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Before you file a lawsuit:

• Check out alternatives to filing a lawsuit
• See if you meet the requirements for filing in superior court
• Make sure it falls under the Statues of Limitations

Prior to filing for a civil lawsuit you will need the following:

• Time and patience
• Know where to file! The court to file in is decided by:
  • Where the other person lives or does business (if you are suing a business)
  • Where the incident that caused the lawsuit took place
• Exact name of the person or name you are suing (more information)
• How the defendant should be listed in the case - How to Designate and Serve
  
  • Parent or guardian of a minor
  • Sole Ownership
  • Partnership
  • Corporation
  • Association
  • Limited Liability Company
  • Other
• The full name and addresses (if known) of defendant
• Type of complaint: tort, contract, or debt
• Financial amount you are claiming

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