In most instances, lawyers are not allowed in small claims court, so you must represent yourself. Small claims courts are informal. They do not have complicated ways of doing things. No one is allowed to make objections. And there are no juries.
Cases move quickly.
Usually, a hearing is scheduled within 40 days. However, if one of the people involved lives outside of the county, it might take up to 70 days. You do not have to be a United States citizen to use the small claims court. You do have to be at least 18 years old and mentally competent. When you file your claim, the court clerk generally will set the hearing date.