People usually end up in court as a last resort. Perhaps they have had a long-running dispute with a business associate, or perhaps suffered an injury in an accident. Regardless of the reason, however, bringing a lawsuit is typically not done lightly and most people associate litigation with the word expensive. Below are some resources related to litigation, including a helpful chart with links to information on small claims courts across the United States.

Small Claims Courts

The following are links to State Small Claims Courts:

In General

• Find a Lawyer From FindLaw. Search for a lawyer or law firm by location, practice area, or name.
• Fully Informed Jury Association (FIJA) Includes articles, directory, FAQs and more.
• The American Jury - Bulwark of Democracy An online resource guide for teachers, students and citizens devoted to explaining the American jury system and its role in American legal, social, and political life.
• Understanding the Federal Courts An overview of the organization, operation, and administration of the entire federal court system. In Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format.