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Snap or upload your court papers.

Upload or paste the lawsuit papers and we'll pull out the details for you to review. You do not need to understand every word right now.

You stay in control. We ask you to confirm everything before it is saved.

Drop your complaint here

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PDF, PNG, JPG, HEIC

Or choose a file directly:

No file yet? Try with sample papers.

See how AnswerFirst works with a fictional California debt complaint.

Capital One Bank v. Maria Lopez · LA Superior Court · $7,842.19

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What happens after you upload?

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    We read your papers. Court name, case number, who is suing you, and the amount claimed.
  2. 2
    You confirm the details. Fix anything before continuing.
  3. 3
    We prepare your Answer. Based on a few plain-English questions.
  4. 4
    You preview the first page. Free, before paying anything.
  5. 5
    You download and file. Self-file at the courthouse with our checklist.
No credit card required to upload and preview your first page.

Your privacy matters

Upload the complaint or summons you received. Fee Waiver Help — which involves private financial information — is handled in a separate private step after your Answer Packet is ready.

You'll preview your first page before paying anything.

Flat $299 to get your full Answer Packet.

AnswerFirst is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or attorney representation. AnswerFirst helps prepare documents based on user-provided information. You are responsible for reviewing all documents before filing. Court rules and deadlines vary. Consider consulting a licensed attorney.

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