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| Resources and References |
"Self Help Center - West Virginia Supreme Court
- The Self-Help Center contains plenty of information to help you help yourself. You will find various court forms required by the courts and instructions on completing them; different ways to find an attorney to assist you with your case; an explanation of mediation and a list of certified mediators; suggestions on preparing for court; items that court staff can and cannot help you with; legal terms and other legal materials; links to various courts in West Virginia; and links to other sites.
Other Topics:
Attorneys/Legal Services
Pro Se
Pro Se
Doing Your Own Case
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1 - WV Supreme Court State Law Library
- Link to WV Supreme Court web page describing the State Law Library, located in the Capitol Building in Charleston. This includes description of the hours, services, resources and materials, etc. There is also a link for information about several "Legal Research Centers" throughout the state, operated by the Court system and available to the public.
Other Topics:
Legal Research
Government and Governmental Services
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The Law, The Courts, and You - "Women and the Law" 2007 Edition
- This chapter of Women and the Law: A Legal Rights Handbook, Online Edition, provides a brief overview of the U.S. Constitution and explains the powers and duties of the three branches of our federal government. It also discusses the rights and liberties afforded U.S. citizens by each of the 10 amendments included in the Bill of Rights. In addition, this chapter offers information on the state and federal court system in West Virginia, as well as issues women should consider when hiring a lawyer or electing to represent themselves in court. Produced by the Women’s Commission and the Women Lawyers Committee of the WV State Bar.
Other Topics:
Civil Rights
Government and Governmental Services
Courts & Case Law
Doing Your Own Case
Women & The Law
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| Forms |
WV "Mental Hygiene" Proceeding forms
- Link to WV Supreme Court web page listing many forms used in "mental hygiene" proceedings in West Virginia. This is the process to have a person committed for involuntary treatment of mental illness, behavioral disorder, or substance abuse problem that causes them to be a "danger to themself or others."
Other Topics:
Commitment Procedures
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WV Court System "fee waiver" forms
- Link to WV Supreme Court web site page with forms to be used in requesting waiver of fees normally required by the court system.
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WV Court system forms
- Link to web page of the West Virginia Supreme Court, posting a large variety of forms available for use in the West Virginia court system.
Other Topics:
Government and Governmental Services
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