process · legal education
Before Filing a Case
A practical checklist before committing to litigation.
What this means
Before filing, it helps to examine the chronology, available evidence, limitation, jurisdiction, prior notices, practical relief and the possibility of settlement.
What to keep ready
- Prepare a one-page chronology.
- Separate originals from working copies.
- Understand the result you are asking the court to grant.
Professional assistance
How this connects with the practice
Related practice support can include pre-litigation consultation, document review, notices, settlement efforts and preparation for civil or criminal proceedings.
Official reference
This guide is for general legal education only and is not legal advice. The correct procedure, remedy, limitation period and forum depend on the facts, documents and current law applicable to a specific matter.