This factsheet provides some nformation and tips on how you can defend a claim in the Small Claims Division of the Local Court.
It answers questions including:
- What documents do I need?
- What happens the first time I go to Court?
- How do I prepare for the hearing?
- What happens at the hearing?
- Will I have to pay costs if I lose?
- What happens if I lose and I don’t have the money to pay?
- I need an interpreter. Will there be one available?