Filing Small Claims Texas

Summary

To file a small claims lawsuit in Texas, identify the correct court based on the defendants location and the claims nature. Prepare and file a Petition with the court clerk, serve the other party, and attend your court date. The monetary limit for small claims in Texas is $10,000. Consult a legal professional if unsure.

Full Conversation

how do I file a lawsuit in small claims court in Texas?
Hi ****, here are the steps you need to follow to file a lawsuit in small claims court in Texas:
*. Identify the correct court.
*. Prepare a Petition.
*. File the Petition with the court clerk.
*. Serve the other party with a copy of the Petition.
*. Attend your court date.
Remember to keep copies of all documents for your records.
how do I determine the correct court?
To determine the correct court in Texas for a small claims lawsuit, you'll need to consider:
*. The county where the defendant lives or does business.
*. The monetary limit for small claims in Texas is $*,*.
*. The nature of your claim (e.g., property damage, breach of contract).
If you're unsure, consider consulting a legal professional.