Filing a motion in NY court without an attorney is challenging — but it is done every day by thousands of people. This resource center covers everything you need to prepare, file, and serve a court motion in New York under the CPLR.
FormaPauper's Document Wizard guides you through every document in your NY filing — step by step, in plain English. No legal background required.
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FormaPauper is not a law firm. These guides are for general educational purposes about New York court procedures. The legal authorities have been verified against official sources (nysenate.gov / nycourts.gov) but have not been attorney-reviewed. Always verify current requirements with your county courthouse or nycourts.gov. For complex matters, consult a licensed NY attorney. Free help: LawHelpNY · NY Courts Self-Help.