How to Prepare for a Discussion About a Civil Dispute

Write a general timeline

You can prepare a brief timeline of key moments as you remember them, without trying to describe them in legal terms.

This can help show the order of events and what may require clarification during a discussion.

Gather documents and correspondence

Arrange copies of relevant documents or correspondence, noting the source and general context of each group.

There is no need to upload this material to the website; it can simply be prepared for an appropriate discussion.

• Relevant correspondence
• Available agreements or documents
• General notes about the parties and subjects involved

Prepare your questions

Specific questions can help direct an initial conversation toward what you need to understand. They may include options that merit consideration or information that may need later review.