Public Legal Education Guides

Plain-English explanations of legal concepts, court procedures, and your rights. Browse 58 public guides; Pro Case Analysis is a separate one-time $99 purchase per case.

Court Procedures

How to File a Motion: A Step-by-Step Guide for Self-Represented Litigants

12 min read

Court Procedures

Statute of Limitations by State: Complete 50-State Guide (2024)

15 min read

Evidence & Discovery

What Is Discovery? Understanding the Discovery Process in Civil Litigation

14 min read

Court Procedures

Motion to Dismiss: What It Is, When to File, and How to Respond

11 min read

Court Procedures

How to Draft a Complaint: The First Step in Filing a Civil Lawsuit

13 min read

Court Procedures

Summary Judgment: How It Works and How to Oppose It

10 min read

Criminal Law

Miranda Rights: What They Are, When They Apply, and What Happens If Police Don't Read Them

9 min read

Criminal Law

Fourth Amendment: Search and Seizure — What Police Can and Cannot Do

12 min read

Family Law

Child Custody: Understanding Legal vs. Physical Custody and Best Interests Standard

11 min read

Family Law

The Divorce Process: A Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guide

14 min read

Debt Collection

How to Defend Against a Debt Collection Lawsuit: 10 Essential Steps

13 min read

Housing Law

The Eviction Process: A Tenant's Rights Guide for All 50 States

14 min read

Housing Law

Security Deposits: Your Rights and How to Get Your Deposit Back

9 min read

Constitutional Law

First Amendment: Freedom of Speech — What's Protected and What's Not

11 min read

Civil Rights

Civil Rights Lawsuits Under 42 U.S.C. § 1983: Suing Government Officials

12 min read

Employment Law

Wrongful Termination: Understanding At-Will Employment and Its Exceptions

10 min read

Legal Writing

How to Write a Legal Brief: Structure, Format, and Best Practices

15 min read

Court Procedures

Small Claims Court: A Complete Guide to Suing Without a Lawyer

11 min read

Court Procedures

What Happens After You File a Complaint: A Timeline of Civil Litigation

13 min read

Family Law

How to Get a Restraining Order: Step-by-Step Guide

8 min read

Personal Injury

What to Do After a Car Accident: Legal Steps to Protect Your Rights

9 min read

Estate Planning

Understanding Power of Attorney: Types and How to Create One

7 min read

Criminal Law

How to Fight a Traffic Ticket in Court: A Complete Guide

8 min read

Housing Law

Tenant Rights: What Your Landlord Can and Cannot Do

9 min read

Consumer Law

How to Read a Contract Before Signing: Key Clauses to Watch For

7 min read

Estate Planning

What Is Probate? A Beginner's Guide to the Probate Process

10 min read

Employment Law

Understanding Workplace Harassment Laws: Your Legal Rights

8 min read

Criminal Law

How to File a Police Report: When and How to Document an Incident

6 min read

Immigration Law

Immigration Court Basics: What to Expect and How to Prepare

10 min read

Consumer Law

How to Write a Demand Letter: Templates and Legal Requirements

7 min read

Employment Law

How to File for Unemployment Benefits: A Legal Guide

7 min read

Criminal Law

Understanding Your Rights During a Police Stop

7 min read

Estate Planning

How to Create a Living Will: Advance Directives Explained

8 min read

Personal Injury

What Is Defamation? Libel vs. Slander Explained

7 min read

Consumer Law

How to Fight a Denied Insurance Claim

9 min read

Immigration Law

Understanding Asylum Law: Who Qualifies and How to Apply

10 min read

Civil Rights

What Is a Class Action Lawsuit? How They Work

8 min read

Evidence & Discovery

How to Prepare for a Deposition: Tips for Witnesses and Parties

7 min read

Immigration Law

How to Get a Green Card: Marriage, Employment, and Family Paths

10 min read

Personal Injury

Understanding Medical Malpractice: When to Sue a Doctor

9 min read

Business Law

How to Start an LLC: A Legal Guide for Small Business Owners

8 min read

Employment Law

What Is Sexual Harassment? Your Workplace Rights Explained

7 min read

Court Procedures

How to Respond to a Lawsuit: Answer, Motion, or Settlement

9 min read

Family Law

Understanding Alimony: How Spousal Support Is Calculated

8 min read

Family Law

How to Fight a Restraining Order: Your Legal Rights

8 min read

Estate Planning

What Is a Trust? Revocable vs. Irrevocable Trusts Explained

9 min read

Court Procedures

How to File a Complaint Against a Judge: Judicial Misconduct

7 min read

Constitutional Law

Your Right to Protest: First Amendment Protections and Limits

7 min read

Business Law

How to File a Trademark: Protecting Your Business Name and Logo

8 min read

Personal Injury

Understanding Wrongful Death Claims: Who Can Sue and for What

9 min read

Constitutional Law

What Is Eminent Domain? When the Government Takes Your Property

7 min read

Family Law

How to Get a Divorce When Your Spouse Won't Sign

9 min read

Employment Law

Understanding the Equal Pay Act: Your Right to Fair Wages

7 min read

Estate Planning

How to Write a Will: A Step-by-Step Guide

8 min read

Business Law

What Is Insider Trading? Understanding Securities Fraud

8 min read

Immigration Law

How to Apply for U.S. Citizenship: The Naturalization Process

10 min read

Housing Law

Understanding Noise Complaints and Nuisance Laws

6 min read

Evidence & Discovery

How to Subpoena Phone Records, Emails, and Social Media

8 min read