Small claims court is a court of law, but it's not designed for lawyers. It's meant to be a "do-it-yourself" kind of court, where ordinary people can handle their own cases, whichever side they're on.

Small claims court is a place where people can go to settle their differences in cases worth anywhere up to $25,000.

Pilot Project

If you are filing your small claim in Vancouver 'Robson Square' or Richmond click here to see information on the small claims pilot project.

The information about the pilot is also available in Chinese (simplified), Punjabi and Vietnamese.

Guides

1. What Is Small Claims Court?
   1. (French Version)
2. Making A Claim
3. Replying to a Claim
4. Serving Documents
5. Getting Ready for Court
6. Getting Results
7. Mediation Program for Claims up to $10,000
8. Mediation for Claims Between $10,000 and $25,000

Additional Resources

• Small Claims Rules
  • Summary of changes to the Rules effective November 26, 2007
• Small Claims Fees
• Small Claims Forms
• Information about the Court Mediation Program

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