This is a list of some things that the court staff CAN and CANNOT do for you.

  • WE CAN explain and answer questions about how the court works.
  • WE CAN tell you what the requirements are to have your case considered by the court.
  • WE CAN give you some information from your case file. 
  • WE CAN provide you with samples of court forms that are available. 
  • WE CAN provide you with guidance on how to fill out forms. 
  • WE CAN usually answer questions about court deadlines. 
  • WE CANNOT give you legal advice. Only your lawyer can give you legal advice. 
  • WE CANNOT tell you whether or not you should bring your case to court. 
  • WE CANNOT give you an opinion about what will happen if you bring your case to court. 
  • WE CANNOT recommend a lawyer, but we can provide you with the telephone number of a local lawyer referral service. 
  • WE CANNOT talk to the Judge for you about what will happen in your case. 
  • WE CANNOT let you talk the Judge outside of court. 
  • WE CANNOT change an order issued by a Judge.