Some parts of a Small Claims Court case aren't about computing a number — they're about working through a decision or putting together a document. The legal wizards below walk you through that process step by step, at whichever stage of a case you're currently in.
The legal wizards
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Eligibility tool
An informational check to help you think through whether Small Claims Court may be the right venue for your dispute.
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Small claims limit checker
A fast, focused check on whether your claim fits within the monetary limit.
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Claim preparation checklist
An interactive checklist confirming you have everything gathered and organized before you file.
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Demand letter builder
A guided template to help you draft a clear, professional demand letter before you file a claim.
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Sue my contractor
A guided walkthrough for a renovation or repair dispute specifically.
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Settlement offer calculator
Model how an offer to settle may compare to a possible judgment, so you can decide whether to accept, reject, or counter.
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Judgment enforcement guide
An interactive walkthrough of options for collecting on a judgment that hasn't been paid voluntarily.
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Personal loan recovery
A guided walkthrough for recovering a personal loan from a family member or friend.
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Property damage claim
A guided walkthrough for organizing a property damage claim before you file.
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Being sued? Response wizard
Work through your options after being served with a Plaintiff's Claim.
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Settlement offer planner
Put together clear terms for a formal settlement offer before you send it.
How wizards differ from calculators
The calculators on this site each answer one specific question with a single estimate — a date, a fee, or an interest amount. The legal wizards here are broader: they ask you a series of questions about your situation and help you think through a document or a decision, rather than just a number. A natural path through a case might use several in sequence — for example, starting with the eligibility tool, working through the claim preparation checklist, using the demand letter builder, then the settlement offer calculator if the other side responds with an offer, and finally the judgment enforcement guide if you win but aren't paid.
Are these wizards legal advice?
No. Each wizard is intended to provide general, informational guidance only — not legal advice and not a guarantee of any outcome. The letters, comparisons, and enforcement options they generate are starting points you should review carefully and adapt to your own facts, not a substitute for independent legal advice where your situation calls for it.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to use a wizard before filing a claim?
No. The wizards are optional aids. Many people send a demand letter and file a claim without using any tool at all — these are here to make that process faster and more consistent, not to add a required step.
Can I edit what a wizard produces?
Yes — treat the output as a draft. Review it carefully, adjust anything that doesn't match your facts, and make sure names, dates, and amounts are accurate before you send or rely on it.
Are these wizards free to use?
Yes. They're provided as a free informational resource, with no account or payment required.
Which wizard should I start with?
If you're not yet sure Small Claims Court is the right venue, start with the eligibility tool. Once you're ready to organize your case, use the claim preparation checklist, then the demand letter builder if you haven't yet contacted the other side. If you already have an offer to settle in hand, use the settlement offer calculator. If you've already won a judgment that hasn't been paid, go straight to the judgment enforcement guide.