Plain language
Communicating in clear, direct language to enhance access to justice and promote public trust and confidence in the judiciary
Communicating with plain language
Use plain language when communicating with the public to reduce frustration, confusion, and user error. Clear, direct language ensures people using self-help materials understand the next steps needed to address their legal problem.
Adopting understandable court forms, orders & other materials
Explore our plain language glossary
Use this glossary to identify plain language legal terms to use when communicating with the public.
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Legal language 101
This primer breaks down essential legal terms used in court proceedings. It helps court users understand terms such as plaintiff, defendant, party, claim, answer, counterclaim, service of process, affirmative defenses, demand, appearance, and mediation.
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Decoding court jargon
This video explains what common court terminology such as ex parte communications, interrogatories, and post-judgment collection mean in plain language to help demystify the legal process.
