Many justice courts accept online filings through the eFileTexas online portal. Individuals without a lawyer can use the eFileTexas Self Help guided interview process to fill out and file a Texas small claims petition.

Not all courts allow online filing. Please contact the court directly or check the court’s website for specific information about remote filing.

You may also be able to attend your hearing remotely. For more details, see our Legal FAQ Can I appear remotely at my small claims hearing?

The law can be complex, so you may wish to talk to an attorney before taking any action. For more information on finding an attorney, please see the library's Legal Help page.

You may also want to review the library’s Small Claims Cases guide for general information about the filing process, links to sample forms, and additional resources to learn about small claims.

Related FAQs & Guides

FAQs

• What’s the maximum amount I can sue for in a small claims court? 
• How do I sue a business in small claims court?
• Which small claims court should I file my lawsuit in? 
• Can I appear remotely at my small claims hearing?
• Do I need a lawyer for a small claims case?
• Do I have to live in Texas to file a small claims suit there?

Guides

• Small Claims Cases