Sui Juris & Pro Se Center

What is sui juris?

Sui juris means appearing on your own behalf—without an attorney. You’re responsible for filings, deadlines, and presenting evidence. Success comes from calm process, clean paperwork, and a solid paper trail.

• Keep everything in writing (emails/letters). Recap conversations the same day.
• Use short, factual statements—no rants, no insults, no speculation.
• Calendar every deadline. Bring copies of all exhibits.

Quick Start

1. Outline: Facts → Issue → Law → Ask (relief you want).
2. Collect exhibits: label them (A, B, C…) and cite them in your motion.
3. Draft your motion; keep it under clear headings; sign and date.
4. Serve the other side as rules require; keep proof of service.

Need structure? Grab scripts & checklists below.