ClaimKit Help is a step by step DIY guide to California small claims court, written for the person handling their own case and wanting someone in their corner.
I've always believed in kindness and in helping others. I have a background in finance and law, so when a close friend was dealing with a landlord dispute, I jumped in to help. What I found surprised me: California small claims court is a completely different process from the type of law I was used to. The learning curve was steep, even with my background.
So I went looking for resources. Something that would walk us through it step by step. Something that would make the process feel less stressful, less overwhelming. I found courthouse pamphlets and law firm blog posts, but nothing that acknowledged the human side of it. The anxiety. The self-doubt. The feeling of being completely alone in something you've never done before.
That's why I built ClaimKit. Every guide, every template, every script was written with the same care and attention I'd give a friend sitting across my kitchen table. If you have a question, I personally read and respond to every email at support@claimkithelp.com. You're never just a transaction here.
ClaimKit Help is a CA-focused, DIY guide system for small claims court. It comes in three tiers, sold as instant-download digital kits:
Starter ($49) covers the pre-court phase: demand letter templates, knowing when and how to file, and what to expect. Core ($99) is the full courtroom kit: filing, service, evidence checklists, court day scripts, and email support. Complete ($179) adds judgment collection: wage garnishments, bank levies, and liens, because winning a case should mean getting paid.
Every kit is written specifically for California small claims rules. The current Judicial Council forms (SC-100 and beyond), the $12,500 individual limit, California's service-of-process rules, and county-level walkthroughs for the largest population centers.
Renters fighting for security deposits. Small business owners chasing unpaid invoices. Customers stuck with bad repair jobs. Lenders to friends who never got paid back. Anyone who's already tried to work it out and is ready to take the next step.
You can handle this. You just need a guide that walks with you step by step. ClaimKit is built for you.
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