Small claims

Walk into small claims court prepared.

The one part of the legal system where regular people show up alone. CourtRoom AI runs a full AI courtroom simulation of your case so you know your strengths, weaknesses, and what to ask a real attorney.

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How it works

Four steps to a prepared small claims court hearing

Step 1

Describe what happened

Plain English. Dates, parties, dollars, what they did or didn't do.

Step 2

Add your evidence

Photos, receipts, messages, contracts. The Evidence Vault accepts most file types.

Step 3

Watch the simulation

An AI judge, AI lawyers, AI jurors argue your case. Real-time, end-to-end.

Step 4

Read the prep report

Strengths, weaknesses, timeline, evidence gaps, suggested next questions for a lawyer.

Benefits

Why preparation matters here specifically

Know the other side's argument first

AI counsel for the opposing party argues against you. You hear it before you hear it for real.

Spot evidence gaps

The simulation surfaces what's missing — before the judge does.

Build a clearer timeline

Date-ordered, with the documents tied to each event.

Walk in less nervous

You've already heard the room. Less surprise = clearer presentation.

FAQ

Small claims, answered

Is small claims court the right venue for my dispute?
Small claims is designed for low-dollar civil disputes. Limits vary by state, often $5,000–$15,000. CourtRoom AI is not legal advice — verify your jurisdiction's limit with the court itself.
Do I need a lawyer for small claims?
Most jurisdictions allow you to appear without one. Many require it. CourtRoom AI is built for the pro-se path: preparation strong enough that you can show up alone or arrive at a paid consultation already organised.
What evidence works best?
Documented and date-stamped beats verbal recollection every time. Receipts, contracts, photos with metadata, written communication. The simulation tells you which pieces carry the most weight.
How long does a small-claims hearing take?
Often 15–30 minutes once you're at the bench. Preparation is the lever — the actual time in court is short.
Will CourtRoom AI predict if I win?
No. The simulation is educational and pressure-tests your facts. Outcomes in real courtrooms depend on judges, opposing counsel, evidence rules, and details an AI cannot fully replicate.
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Important
CourtRoom AI is for legal preparation and education only. It does not provide legal advice and does not replace a licensed attorney or your local small-claims court's rules.
What you unlock

A full Case Hub — not just a one-off answer

The hearing is just the start. Everything below is included with any paid run and stays in your account.

Preparation report
Strengths, weak points, evidence gaps, a timeline, and next steps — citing real court opinions for your state, never invented.
Evidence Vault
Upload your contracts, receipts, photos, and messages — the AI argues against your real evidence, not a template.
Case Assistant
Ask follow-up questions about YOUR case, answered from your own report and evidence.
Case Timeline
Your incident-to-court-date chronology, with the evidence placed on it.
Transcript + replay
Re-watch and share the full hearing; export the transcript.
Multiple re-runs
Every tier includes several runs — refine the facts and run it again.
Nearby lawyers
Discover local attorneys when you're ready to take it further.
Resources
Verified legal-aid and self-help links for your jurisdiction.

“Why not just use a chatbot?”

Fair question. Here’s what a general AI chat can’t do for a real dispute:

✓ Opposing counsel argues against you
A full multi-agent hearing pressure-tests your case from the other side. A general chatbot mostly agrees with you.
✓ Real citations, never invented
References real court opinions (via CourtListener) and your state's statutes. General chatbots are known to hallucinate case law.
✓ Built on your actual evidence
You upload your real documents and it reasons over them — not a generic, one-off answer.
✓ A case workspace that remembers
Report, evidence, timeline, and a case-aware assistant stay in one place — not a chat you lose.

CourtRoom AI is preparation and education only — not legal advice, and not a substitute for a licensed attorney.

Prepare for your hearing in minutes.

Describe the dispute, add your evidence, run the simulation, read the report.

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CourtRoom AI is for legal preparation and education only. It is not legal advice and does not replace a licensed attorney.