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Representing Yourself in an Appeal

This page contains resources for individuals representing themselves in Indiana’s appellate courts. Self-represented litigants are generally held to the same standards as attorneys. Because appellate cases are complex, it's strongly recommended that you seek help from an attorney rather than trying to represent yourself. The resources provided on this website are basic and offered as a courtesy. They are not comprehensive and should not be considered legal advice.

If you have questions after reviewing the Appellate Rules and these materials, you may contact the Clerk’s Office or find resources from the Supreme Court Law Library. Please keep in mind, however, that court staff are not permitted to provide legal advice.

Indiana Rules of Court

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Step-by-step guide to representing yourself in an appeal

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Tutorials

Filing a Notice of Appeal

Learn about filing an appeal and what comes next

Notice of Appeal Tutorial

Appellant's Brief

Learn how to prepare your appellant's brief and related documents

Appellant's Brief Tutorial

Appellee's Brief

Learn how to prepare your appellee's brief and related documents

Appellee's Brief Tutorial

Filing a Motion

Learn about how to ask the court for something

Motions Tutorial

Notices of Defect

Learn what happens when there is a problem with your filing

Notice of Defect Tutorial

E-filing & E-service

Learn about how to electronically file and how to make sure the other party gets notified

E-filing Tutorials