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If you plan to represent yourself in court in a family law matter (divorce, modification of child custody or child support, or paternity), you are required to complete the following two step Litigant Awareness Program, and file your certificate with the court.
The program will help you understand the Missouri court system and the type of case that interests you. You also will learn about the dangers and duties of representing yourself in court. The program may be helpful for other types of cases as well.
Self-Representation and Missouri Court Forms. The Office of State Courts Administrator (OSCA) provides forms for self-representation with a family law matter. To view family law forms and information on how to represent yourself, go to: Representing Yourself in Family Law Matters. To view all court forms, go to: Missouri Court Forms.
You have the right to represent yourself as an individual in Missouri courts. Think about whether this is a good choice for you given your situation. Understand the risks and responsibilities involved.
Self-Representation and Missouri Court Forms. The Office of State Courts Administrator (OSCA) provides forms for self-representation with a family law matter.
General Information for Representing Yourself (Self-Represented Litigant - SRL) If you wish to start a civil action in federal court, but do not have an attorney to represent you, you may bring your case on your own and proceed as a Self-Represented Litigant (SRL).
You may be required to show the court you have completed this program when you represent yourself in a family law matter. If you decide to represent yourself, free forms are available for use in Missouri family law matters at www.selfrepresent.mo.gov. Legal clinics offer limited legal services.
