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Filing a claim

Steps and online form for filing a claim against an individual, organization or the Québec government.

Defending a case

Steps and online form for responding to a claim and defending a case on the merits.

Testifying

Roles, responsibilities and indemnities for individuals who participate in a hearing as witnesses.

Representing a party

Representing a natural or legal person at the Small Claims Division.

Information sessions

Attend free information sessions online or in person in certain regions of Québec.

Mediation

Free hours with a mediator to settle a small claim out-of-court. Mediation can help untangle many a conflict!

Judicial process

Preparation for and conduct of the hearing, postponement, suspension of the hearing, recovery of exhibits.

Small claims judgment

A small claims judgment cannot be appealed. The debtor has a legal time limit to pay the amount owed directly to the creditor.

Cost of procedures and payment of Court costs

Tariff of court costs and methods of payment

Last update: October 24, 2022

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