Once Court Documents Are Available Over the Internet. A Brief Explanation of the Civil Court System Civil cases are lawsuits that fall into one of two court jurisdictions, depending on the dollar amount involved in the case. These packets are for couples who wish to represent themselves in their divorce proceedings. As in all matters involving the law, if you do not feel fully comfortable or qualified to represent yourself, you may want to consider obtaining the services of a competent lawyer.
Divorces are a matter of family law.
Other family law cases include child and spousal support, adoptions, paternity, change of name, child custody, separate maintenance, and annulment. These packets are available for purchase at the Cashiering station in the Courthouse. Anyone wishing to bid at a foreclosure sale should review the policy set forth by the Clerk's Office. A listing of foreclosed properties can be obtained on-line or in person at the Circuit Civil counter in the Courthouse.