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Document "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  Civil Procedure/ Administrative Law  Doing Your Own Case 
Document Going Solo: Representing Yourself in the West Virginia Courts - Booklet published by the West Virginia Supreme Court, to help you understand how the court system works. If you ever need to go to court, this will help you know the basic steps to take. 
Other Topics: Doing Your Own Case 
 
Legal & Advocacy Materials
Document Know Your Rights - Protecting Your Interests in a Civil Case - Are you involved in a "civil" (not criminal) court case? Especially if you are a victim of domestic violence, you need to be aware of your rights and how to protect yourself. Learn more in this brochure from the Battered Women's Justice Project. 
Other Topics: Doing Your Own Case  Other Domestic Violence  Family Cases 
Document Mediation of Divorce or Custody Cases: A Guide for Battered Women - Learn what "mediation" is, and its strengths and weaknesses. If you are a victim of domestic violence this information will help you assess whether mediation is something that might help or harm your situation. Prepared by the Battered Women's Justice Project. 
Other Topics: Other Domestic Violence  Family Cases 
Document Responsible Attorneys: Seeking Protection Orders for Battered Women - You have the right to be treated with respect and dignity, and to understand what's happening in your case. Your attorney should work with you to make these things happen. Learn more in this brochure from the Battered Women's Justice Project. 
Other Topics: Orders of Protection  Family Cases 
Document The Responsibilities of Protection Order Judges and Courts - This brochure describes your rights and the judge's professional responsibilities. Your case should be handled in a professional manner; your order should provide the protections you need; and the court should enforce the law. Learn more in this brochure from the Battered Women's Justice Project. 
Other Topics: Orders of Protection  Family Cases 

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