How eLitigant Works: Draft Any Form, Claim or Letter in Three Steps
How eLitigant works, in three steps: tell Chris what you need in your own words, upload the paperwork you have, and work it through to a finished document. Free to start.
Self-Representation Guides
Representing yourself in court in England and Wales? These free, plain-English guides walk you through getting started as a litigant in person, step by step. Begin by learning how to assess whether you have a claim before going to court, then get started as a litigant in person with a clear picture of the road ahead. The guides in this section also cover what to expect when you represent yourself — giving evidence, courtroom procedure, how preparation wins cases, and the psychology of staying focused under pressure. If your dispute is about money, our Money Claim Online complete walkthrough takes you through issuing a claim from start to finish. Every guide is free to read — and when you’re ready, Chris can help you draft your own documents to a professional standard, in minutes.
Self-Representation Guides, The Representation Gap
Most People Who Represent Themselves Do Not Lose. They Stop
The Ministry of Justice’s own research found most unrepresented litigants are inactive rather than defeated. The claims are not being lost in court – they are dying at the kitchen table.
Self-Representation Guides, The Representation Gap
When You Genuinely Should Get a Solicitor — And How to Tell
Most small money claims are yours to run. Some are not. The honest markers that mean stop and get proper advice – and why we would rather tell you than take your money.
Self-Representation Guides, The Representation Gap
A Solicitor Said They Can’t Take My Case. What That Actually Means
A solicitor said they cannot take your case. That is almost never a verdict on your claim – it is CPR 27.14. Why the small claims costs rules produce that answer, and why the track was designed for you to bring it yourself.
Writing a witness statement a court will actually read
A witness statement isn’t your argument — it’s evidence. What Practice Direction 32 actually asks for, and how to land on the statement of truth the court requires.
How Preparation Wins Cases: A Litigant in Person’s Guide to Success
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The Psychology of Litigation: Managing Stress and Staying Focused
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The Day Everything Changed: A Litigant in Person’s Guide to Getting Started
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Why eLitigant? How Litigants in Person Can Prepare Court Documents to a Professional Standard
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Represent Yourself in Court (2026)
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Do You Have a Claim? How to Evaluate Your Case Before Going to Court in 2026
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How to Use eLitigant to Prepare Court Documents in 2026: A Complete Guide
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