FAQs Small Claims Courts Small claims courts are designed to allow you to resolve small claims in court with a minimum of time and expense. You can typically handle matters without the assistance of a lawyer. Indeed, some small claims courts do not permit lawyers to represent you in court, although you may consult an lawyer before or after you go to court. Small claims court costs are lower than regular courts, and the court procedures are simplified and relatively informal.
Some jurisdictions also limit the number of small claims actions a person can file in a given year.
From the State Bar of California. Covers small claims court, evidence, collections and more. It sounds like it won't take much work to bring my case in small claims court. Although FindLaw tries to provide accurate and current information, the ideas, information, and conclusions provided here may differ depending on local, state and federal laws and regulations and court cases. Given the different possible applications and interpretations of the law, you are urged to consult professional legal counsel regarding the applicability of legal issues discussed here to any specific legal problem you may have.