Step-by-step guide for civil litigation, from filing to trial.
Covers paperwork, courtroom protocol, and strategies to present your case effectively.
Practical, plain-English approach with real-life examples.
Includes forms, glossaries, and courtroom techniques.
Comprehensive manual for litigating in any U.S. state.
Includes sample pleadings, forms, and state court rule references.
Originally for incarcerated individuals, but widely useful for SRLs.
Focuses on self-advocacy and asserting rights under difficult circumstances.
It’s the foundation of a fair and just society. ![]()
The process of exchanging evidence and information.
When courts decide cases without trial.
how judges encourage cases toward resolution.
what happens when your case goes the distance.
due process protections under Turner v. Rogers.
Justice isn’t only for judges and lawyers — it’s something every person should be able to grasp. In the video below, a teacher introduces the concept of justice to a classroom of students. The lesson is clear: justice is about fairness, equal rules for all, and giving everyone a voice.
If kids can understand justice explained in simple words, then people representing themselves in court deserve the same clarity.
Navigating Rhode Island’s legal system can feel overwhelming, so we’ve pulled together the most important tools and information in one convenient place.
The following links on the Rhode Island Judiciary Website can provide helpful information. One should take a look at all the links on the various pages to become familiar with them. You may use only some of these resources, but it is smart to be aware of all of them. I've learned that the following pages are the most pertinent.
Here is the link that goes with this new Rhode Island Law asking the Court for relief from Abusive Litigation from a partner or spouse who is abusing court process as a method to harass and inflict emotional distress. (R.I.Gen.Laws§8-8.4-6)
8-8.4-2. Order restricting abusive litigation
R.I.Gen.Laws §8.8.4-6 Link to form to file with the RI Courts for Relief