Self-Help Center
Are you representing yourself? If so, the Self-Help Center is here to assist you with a better understanding of court and legal terminology, procedural court questions, and figuring out what's the next step in your case.
Self-Represented Litigant Coordinator (Sherlock)
Available in person at the Self-Help Center, by email 04SelfHelp@judicial.state.co.us, by WebEx appointment, or by phone. Call 719-452-5100 to schedule a WebEx appointment. If emailing or leaving a voicemail message, please allow 48 hours for a response.
- Need help with your court paperwork? Feel "alone" in the Justice System?
- Questions about court procedures?
- Trying to figure out the next step in your case or what to file next?
- WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU! Our goal is to assist you in being as prepared, as possible, for court; so, you may achieve the most efficient and fair outcome while representing yourself in court.
- We will do all we can to help you; however, please remember we are not lawyers and cannot provide legal advice
Are you seeking legal advice or assistance from an Attorney?
- Free legal advice from local attorneys is available every Wednesday from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. MST via the Call-A-Lawyer program. You may call 719-473-6212 during those hours to receive brief legal advice from a licensed attorney.
- For a criminal case - request the appointment of a Public Defender. (Adult) (Minor) (Formulario en Espanol)
- The Civil Pro Bono Project - forms to request the appointment of an Attorney for all case types with the exception of criminal are located here.
Other Resources:
- Legal Resource Guide
- Presenting Evidence in Court Brochure - English / Spanish
- T.E.S.S.A.
Family Court Facilitators
Do you need assistance with your domestic (divorce, child custody, family matter) case?
Contact your Family Court Facilitator via email directly:
Nicolle Rugh - nicolle.rugh@judicial.state.co.us
Eric Burton - eric.burton@judicial.state.co.us
Cecilia Wall - cecilia.wall@judicial.state.co.us
Michael Vigil - michael.vigil@judicial.state.co.us
For general family matter questions, you may call Family Court Facilitator's Office at (719) 452-5104.
Colorado Judicial Branch