The clerk may also have this information on a separate sheet. TO GET HELP WITH YOUR CASE 1. Both parties may ask a lawyer about the case, but a lawyer may not represent either party in court at the small claims trial. If you do not speak English, you may take a family member or friend to court with you. The court should keep a list of interpreters who will interpret for you.
Some interpreters charge a reasonable or no fee.
If an interpreter is not available, the court must postpone the hearing one time only so that you have time to get one. The court charges fees for some of its procedures. Fees are also charged for serving the defendant with the claim. The court may excuse you from paying these fees if you cannot afford them. If you cannot go to court during working hours, ask the clerk if the court has trials at night or on Saturdays.