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Affording an attorney might not be possible for everyone. But it should not stop you from representing yourself competently in court. Our 'Oregon Lawsuit Forms' package is a complete guide with easy to use forms and templates. It will show you how to file or answer a lawsuit in Oregon Circuit Court without an attorney! This guide is a 100% digital download and is available for use immediately after your purchase. It includes 11 separate modules and numerous forms, samples, and templates. No shipping required!
All of the forms and guides in this packet were drafted by an Oregon-licensed civil attorney with over a decade of Oregon litigation experience. Keep reading below to learn more about our guides and watch the video for a brief overview of the civil litigation process.
Learn How to File or Respond to a Lawsuit in Oregon with our Forms and Guides
While no legal guide can cover every possible scenario, our 'Oregon Lawsuit Forms' guide covers all the major aspects of filing and/or responding to a civil lawsuit in Oregon, broken down into 11 concise, easy to understand modules, specifically designed to be used by anyone, regardless of their legal knowledge. Whether your need to sue someone or are being sued, our Oregon guide will allow you to represent yourself.
Module 1: Intro to Civil Litigation in Oregon
Learn the basics of how a lawsuit proceeds in civil courts, from the filing of a civil summons and complaint, all the way through presenting a case at trial.
Module 2a: How to File a Lawsuit in Oregon
Learn how to write an Oregon civil complaint and properly allege the elements of your claims.
This module includes forms, samples, and templates that are specifically formatted for Oregon Circuit Court and will allow you to draft a professional civil complaint on par with anything written by an attorney.
Module 2b: How to Answer to a Lawsuit in Oregon
Learn how to write an answer to a civil complaint in Oregon and properly allege your defenses.
This module includes forms, samples, and templates that are specifically formatted for Oregon Circuit Court and will allow you to draft a professional answer on par with anything written by an attorney.
Module 3: Pretrial Motion Practice in Oregon
Learn the basics of pre-trial motion practice in Oregon and the differences between motions to dismiss, motions to strike, and motions for summary judgment.
This module includes forms, samples, and templates that are specifically formatted for Oregon courts and will allow you to draft a motion for summary judgment or a response.
Module 4: The Discovery Process
After the defendant has filed an answer you will need to engage in discovery. Learn the general process of how to obtain relevant evidence from the defendant and how to depose witnesses.
Module 5: How to Send and Respond to Requests for Production in Oregon
Sending and responding to RFPs is one of the most important parts of civil litigation. Learn how to send an RFP in Oregon, respond to the defendant's RFP, and how to properly object to unlawful requests.
This module includes forms, samples, and templates that are specifically formatted for Oregon courts and will allow you to draft professional RFPs and RFP responses.
Module 6: How to Obtain and Compile Evidence
What if you need crucial evidence or testimony from someone who is not part of the lawsuit? Learn how to subpoena witnesses and request documents from third parties.
This module includes forms, samples, and templates for sending subpoenas and deposition notices that are specifically formatted for Oregon Circuit Court.
Module 7: Trial and Arbitration
You have the evidence to support your claims, but now what? Learn what to expect at trial or arbitration and how to present your case.
Module 8: A Guide to the Courtroom
An easy to follow guide that will show you how to comport yourself in the courtroom, including guidance on how to act in front of the judge and opposing counsel, how to interview witnesses, how to introduce your exhibits, and how to offer objections to testimony and exhibits.
Module 9: Garnishing Wages and Bank Accounts in Oregon
If you prevail in your legal battle, you will likely receive a monetary judgment in your favor. This guide shows you how to collect on that judgment by garnishing wages and bank accounts in Oregon.
This module includes forms, samples, and templates for garnishments in Oregon.
Module 10: Legal Glossary
A comprehensive legal glossary containing definitions of some of the most common legal terms you are likely to encounter, all written in an easy to understand manner with a minimum of legal jargon.
