If you have a cause of action or a case where you are seeking ten thousand dollars or less, you may want to pursue your claim in small claims court. Small claims court is a quick and inexpensive way to resolve a dispute among two parties in an informal setting. For additional information on small claims actions and a short video explaining the process click here to be directed to the San Diego Small Claims Court website.

In addition to providing information on the small claims process itself, the San Diego Superior Court provides a Small Claims Packet which explains how to file a small claims complaint and the necessary forms. If you have questions completing the forms, the court has free Small Claims Advisors that can be reached at (858)634-1777. Further there are free small claim mediation services so that a small claim hearing can be avoided entirely.

Additional Small Claims Help can be found on the San Diego Law Library website.

*** DISCLAIMER: Information available on this website in educational and general in nature. This template or information included herein is not intended as legal advice or a substitute for obtaining legal advice. Diana Legal makes no representation and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of this information and as laws develop and alter over time such information is subject to change without notice. You are encouraged to confirm any information obtained through this website without other verified sources and review all information with a retained attorney. Never disregard the advice of a legal professional or delay in securing or retaining an attorney because of something you have read on this website. Each situation is unique and fact specific as such general information of this sort is not and cannot be professional advice or legal advice.