Although small claims court is a simplified civil proceeding, the rules and requirements are still daunting if you're facing the prospect without an attorney. Written by two actively practicing lawyers, Succeeding In Florida's Small Claims Courts Without A Lawyer will walk you through the entire process, with each step thoroughly explained and supported by applicable rules and case law.
Plaintiffs will learn:
- Where to file actions
- What must be set forth in the statement of claim
- How claims are filed
Defendants will discover:
- How to assert defenses
- When to assert defenses, counterclaims, and third-party complaints
- What to prepare for at the pretrial conference
In addition, up-to-date forms, official rules, and contact information for the clerks of court in each Florida county are included in the appendix.
While this invaluable book focuses on helping small-business owners and individuals appearing in small claims court without an attorney, it also discusses when to consult a lawyer and whether a small claims case should be commenced in the first place.
So whether you are considering taking action or you are already involved in a civil dispute, let Succeeding In Florida's Small Claims Courts Without A Lawyer show you the way forward.
About the Author: Kurt E. Lee, Esq., graduated with honors from both George Washington University and the University of Florida College of Law. He has been a Florida trial attorney since 1993 and a board certified business litigation lawyer since 2002. He is the managing partner of the law firm Kurt E. Lee PL and a member of the Supreme Court of Florida Committee on Standard Jury Instructions. His writing portfolio includes articles published in the Florida Bar Journal and the Florida Real Property, Probate, and Trust Section's ActionLine. Visit his website at http: //www.kurtelee.com.
Tim W. Sobczak, Esq., received a BA from the University of Central Florida and a JD, cum laude, from the University of Florida College of Law. A Florida trial attorney since 2010, he is as an associate at the Dean Mead law firm, and he has written articles for the Florida Law Review and the Florida Bar Journal. Learn more at http: //www.deanmead.com.
