Court Resource Center
Due to the COVID-19 health crisis and social distancing requirements, the Court Resource Center is unable to provide walk-in assistance. You may email the Court Resource Center by clicking here!
The Resource Center provides a place for self-represented litigants to (1) receive accurate information about the court system, (2) obtain forms or pleadings, and (3) receive referrals to Community Partners.
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Walk-In Services at the Resource Center
The Resource Center provides free walk-in services to persons who are not represented by an attorney. No appointment is necessary to use the Resource Center. Free interpreters can be called to assist you. You should bring with you any court papers or relevant notices received. Walk-in service is not available at this time due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Hours/Phone Number
9am-4pm Monday through Friday
216-443-8204
Location
4th floor of The Justice Center
(next to the cafeteria)
Internet Access
Language/Interpreter Services
Court Resource Center Staff
The Resource Center staff members are employed by the Court to provide information to self-represented persons; however, staff will not provide legal advice (please see disclaimer at the bottom of this page).
Resource Center Staff can provide information:
- That is contained in the court docket
- About court processes and procedures
- Examples of forms or pleadings to be used as a guide
- Referrals to appropriate agencies or other resources
- Pamphlets
- Legal reference materials
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Forms
Legal Forms
Certificate of Qualification for Employment (CQE)
Filing Fee Waiver Affidavit (printable)
Filing Fee Waiver Affidavit (fillable)
Affidavit for Service by Posting of Notice (CSPO)
Affidavit for Service by Publication
Civil Stalking and Sexually Oriented Offenses Protection Order Forms
Expungement Application Materials Representation by the Public Defender
Foreclosure Forms
Foreclosure information is available on the Magistrates' Page
Clerk of Courts
Links
Civil Legal Resources
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service (LRS)
Legal Aid Society of Cleveland
Calendar of Legal Aid Brief Advice Clinics
Cleveland Marshall College of Law Clinics
Case Western Reserve School of Law
Asian Services in Action, Inc.
Pro Bono Appeals - Pilot Program
Veterans Legal Services Clinics
Eighth District Court of Appeals Guide to Self-Representation
- Eighth District Court of Appeals Forms
- Eighth District Court of Appeals Checklist for Appeal
Criminal Legal Resources/Victim Services
Disclaimer
The information contained on this page is being provided as a public service and should not be relied upon or considered legal advice. You need to contact an attorney for legal advice. The Common Pleas Court has also provided links and information relevant to outside agencies and organizations which you may find helpful. However, the Common Pleas Court cannot attest to the accuracy of the information provided and any views and opinions contained therein are solely those of the agency or organization providing the information.