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How to Answer When You Get Sued (Step-by-Step Guide)
Learn the steps you should take to protect your rights and find free court forms to download.
How to Represent Yourself at Court (Video)
A video with tips to help you represent yourself at a court hearing. Created by the State of Montana Law Library, Supreme Court of Montana, and Montana Legal Services Association.
Montana Citizen's Guide to the Courts
A guide to the different court systems in Montana.
Reduced Fee Legal Services (Making Legal Help More Affordable)
Learn about reduced-fee legal services programs run by Montana Legal Services Association and the State bar of Montana, and how to apply.
Representing Yourself
A booklet designed to help you decide if you can represent yourself in court.
Servicemember Civil Relief Act
The SCRA provides many powerful legal rights to active-duty servicemembers and their families that are not available to any other group. It is important that you understand how this law works so that you and your family can take advantage of this law.
Serving the Other Party
Information to help you understand "service of process" or how to serve the other party with court papers.
25 Things to Know Before You Go to Court
Learn how to make an objection, call and question witnesses, introduce exhibits and evidence, and more tips for representing yourself in court.
3 Ways to Apply for Free Legal Help in Montana
Apply for free civil, non-criminal legal help from Montana Legal Services Association.
What is an Affidavit?
An affidavit is your written statement that you swear under oath (or affirm) is true. Learn how to use an affidavit and how to make the affidavit legal for the courts. A form is included.
What to Know When Hiring a Lawyer
Information about how lawyers charge their fees, how to find a lawyer, and what to do when hiring an attorney.