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Representing Yourself in Court

A person who goes to court without being represented by a lawyer is called "self-represented" or "pro se." Pro se is a Latin term that means "for oneself."

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A Self-Help Center is a place where you can find helpful information, services and resources about your legal problem if you are not represented by a lawyer.

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Room G25
Minnesota Judicial Center
25 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
St. Paul, MN 55155

(651) 297-7651

mn.gov/law-library