How interactive court form interviews work
Our guided interviews transform complex court forms into simple, step-by-step questions that anyone can answer.
What is a guided interview?
Instead of filling out a blank court form on your own, a guided interview asks you one question at a time. Based on your answers, the interview:
- Shows you only the questions relevant to your situation
- Explains legal terms in plain language
- Validates your answers to prevent common errors
- Automatically fills in the official court forms
The interview process
- Choose your form: Browse our collection or search for the form you need.
- Answer questions: The interview guides you through each section with clear prompts and help text.
- Review your answers: Before generating your forms, you can review and edit your responses.
- Download or file: Get your completed forms as PDFs, or e-file directly with the court where available.
Benefits of guided interviews
- No legal jargon: Questions are written in plain language with explanations when needed.
- Smart logic: Skip questions that don't apply to your situation.
- Error prevention: Built-in validation catches mistakes before they cause problems. Learn about common mistakes we prevent.
- Save and resume: You can save your progress and return later.
What you'll need
Before starting an interview, it helps to have certain information ready. See what information court forms typically need.