Hello Court guides for New York.
Hello Court helps everyday people in New York handle everyday legal problems themselves, in plain language, without needing a lawyer for things they can do on their own. Our New York guides walk you through how the law works, the deadlines that matter, and the steps to take, then help you prepare the documents people commonly need. Start with the guide that fits your situation below.
What Hello Court does
Hello Court is a legal-information and self-help service for people who want to handle a straightforward legal matter on their own. We explain how the process works in plain language, help you understand your options, and prepare the kinds of documents people commonly need.
We are not a law firm, and we do not give legal advice about your specific situation. For matters that need a lawyer, we point you to your state's own ways to find one, and you choose. For the many everyday problems people can handle themselves, we make the path clear and far less intimidating.
Our New York guides
Each guide is written for New York and explains the law, your deadlines, and the steps to act on a common money dispute. Pick the one that matches your situation.
How these case types work in general
Before the New York specifics, it can help to understand how each kind of dispute works across states. These plain-language explainers cover the shape of the law and the small-claims process no matter where you live.
Official New York resources
These free, official government resources can help you alongside our guides. They come straight from the state.
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