The Journal
Free reading for the road ahead.
Written posts and articles on legal topics, specifically geared for self-represented parties — practical, plain-language guidance to maximize your abilities in court.
Your First 30 Days: A Self-Represented Litigant's Checklist
A family court case starts long before your first hearing. Here's the week-by-week checklist we teach every Academy member.
How to Speak So the Court Hears You: Etiquette That Matters
Etiquette isn't about politeness — it's about credibility. The small habits judges notice, in plain language.
Evidence 101: What Helps Your Case — and What Silently Hurts It
The text messages you're sure will win your case might be the reason you lose it. A three-question filter for every exhibit.
Reading a Court Order Without a Law Degree
Orders are written for lawyers, but you can read them like a pro once you know the four sentences to look for.
Small Claims, Big Preparation: Winning Without an Attorney
The friendliest courtroom in New Hampshire is still a courtroom. Preparation beats rhetoric every time.
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