Taking Your Case to the Supreme Court
Taking Your Case to the Supreme Court of BC features 11 multimedia presentations that show self-representing litigants what they need to know about starting a civil legal action in BC’s Supreme Court.
Where to Get Help and Information
This section tells you where to get information about the court process and the law, and how to get legal advice from a lawyer.
Resolving Your Dispute without Going to Court
This section will tell you how you can resolve your dispute without going to court.
The Civil Litigation Process
This section outlines the civil litigation process. A civil proceeding includes cases dealing with family law, but not cases involving criminal law.
What Law Applies to your Case?
This section gives you an overview of the different kinds of law that might apply to your case – statutes, regulations, and case law.
How to Get Information about the Law
This section tells you how to learn about the law that applies to your case.
How and When to Get Legal Advice
This section tells you how and when to get legal advice. It also recommends when you should seek legal advice during the course of your action.
Preparing to Meet your Lawyer
It is important to be well prepared for your first meeting with a lawyer. This section suggests how you can best prepare for that meeting.
Getting Help with Court Forms
This section tells you about forms that must be filed to bring a proceeding in the Supreme Court of BC.
Appearing in Court
This section describes the courtroom and the roles of people in the courtroom, such as the judge, the court clerk, and so on.
Tips for Making a Good Presentation
This section describes helpful information to ensure you make a good impression in court.