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How do I file a lawsuit?

In civil matters, or lawsuits for monetary damages in Texas, you must file a petition in the appropriate court with jurisdiction.  These courts include Justice Courts, Small Claims Court, County Courts at Law and District Courts.  To determine in which court to file your petition, you must look to the specific subject matter of your suit and the amount of damages you are requesting.  For example, if you file a civil suit for defamation or slander (including libel), district courts have exclusive jurisdiction over these subject matters.  You must file your petition with the district court clerk in the appropriate venue.  Or, you may want to file suit against someone for damages in the amount of $200.  You can file suit in Justice Court or Small Claims Court.  Check the jurisdictional limits in your county.

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