What the Virtual Assistant Can Help With
The assistant may help you:
- Find court forms and help topics
- Understand basic court processes
- Locate information already available on the Minnesota Judicial Branch website
- Learn more about Conciliation Court procedures
Each response is based on information from Minnesota Judicial Branch self-help resources.
Important Things to Know
The Virtual Assistant:
- Cannot provide legal advice
- Cannot tell you what decision to make
- Cannot predict what will happen in your case
- Cannot review documents or completed forms
- May occasionally provide incomplete or incorrect information
You should always review the linked Help Topics and forms directly
Do not include private or sensitive information such as:
- Social Security numbers
- Financial account information
- Driver’s license numbers
- Dates of birth
- Full addresses
Tips for Using the Virtual Assistant
The assistant works best with short, clear questions.
Examples:
- “How do I file in Conciliation Court?”
- “How do I collect a judgment?”
- “Where can I get forms for conciliation court?”
If you do not get the answer you are looking for:
- Try asking the question in a shorter or clearer way
- Use different wording
- Start a new chat for a different topic or question
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Virtual Assistant free to use?
Yes.
When can I use it?
The assistant is available 24/7.
Can the assistant give me legal advice?
No. The assistant only provides legal information from Minnesota Judicial Branch resources.
Does the assistant replace court staff or an attorney?
No. The assistant is intended to help users locate information and resources.
Can I ask questions about topics outside Conciliation Court?
The pilot is currently limited to Conciliation Court.
Can I upload documents for review?
No.
Does the court keep copies of questions?
Questions and responses may be reviewed by authorized project staff to improve the assistant and evaluate the pilot.