Legal Resources & Forms
Use the resource hub below.
eCourts Guide & File
Absolute Divorce
Adult Guardianship
Adult Name Change
Appeal to District Court from Small Claims for Summary Ejectment
Complaint in Summary Ejectment
Domestic Violence Protective Order
Motion to Claim Property as Exempt from Creditors
Petition to Proceed as an Indigent
Probate: Application for Year's Allowance
Probate: Handling Small Estate
Probate: Petition for Summary Administration
Probate: Small Estate Administration (Part 1)
Probate: Small Estate Administration (Part 2)
Small Claims Complaint
Summary Ejectment Answer and Counterclaims
Legal Resources Organizations
The following organizations offer legal help or other resources to North Carolina residents. However, service is not guaranteed and is dependent upon each organization's capacity and your individual eligibility for their services.
Legal Resources For NC Residents
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Legal Resource Websites
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Business Law and Startup Resources
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Civil and Social Justice Resources
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Constitutional Rights Resources
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Education & Disability Resources
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Family Law Resources
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General Legal Assistance Resources
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Housing Issue Resources
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Legal Resource Information Packets
The packets linked below are available in hard copies at the Legal Support Center. If you are not able to come in person to the Center, you can download and print from the links below. Otherwise, if you need help filling out the forms or do not have a way to print them, please come in person to the Legal Support Center.
Visit the Wake County Legal Support Center in person at the Wake County Courthouse, Room 125, located at 316 Fayetteville St., Raleigh, NC 27601, across from the Clerk of Court's office.
Child Custody Complaint (Biological Parents)
Biological parents can use this packet to file a child custody complaint.
Child Custody Complaint (Non-parents)
Non-parents (i.e., grandparents and other family members) can use this packet to file a child custody complaint.
Child Custody Modification
Individuals who are a party to a child custody proceeding can use this packet to file for a child custody modification. Please note that you will need your existing case number and additional information. The best way to file for modification is to visit the Wake County Courthouse and speak with the Family Access Visitation Coordinator, Norma Boyd, who can assist you with this filing.
Custody - Affidavit as to Status of Minor Child
Individuals who need to file for custody or modification for more than one child will need to complete this form for each child.
Custody - Motion for Order to Show Cause and Motion for Contempt
Individuals who are party to an existing custody case can use this packet to file against the other party who is not following terms of the court order. The best way to file for show cause and contempt is to visit the Wake County Courthouse and speak with the Family Access Visitation Coordinator, Norma Boyd, who can assist you with this filing.
Custody - Temporary Emergency Custody
Individuals can use this packet to file for temporary emergency custody. The best way to file for emergency custody is to visit the Wake County Courthouse and speak with the Family Access Visitation Coordinator, Norma Boyd, who can assist you with this filing.
Foreign Child Custody Registration
Individuals who want to register Custody orders from a different state with North Carolina. Please note that a certified copy of the original order is required with this filing.
Expedited Foreign Child Custody Registration
Individuals who need to register an order in North Carolina from a different state on an emergency basis. Please note that a certified copy of the original order is required with this filing.
Motion and Order to Continue
Individuals who are party to an existing case can use this packet to motion the court for a continuance of a scheduled hearing.
Absolute Divorce (no other claims)
Individuals who have been separated for at least one year and one day in North Carolina and who do not have any other pending or potential claims (i.e., equitable distribution, alimony, custody, etc.) can use this packet to file for Absolute Divorce.
Domestic Violence
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Small Claims - Summary Ejectment
Landlords (individuals or companies) can use this packet to file an eviction complaint against someone living in their home.
Small Claims - Personal Property
This packet can be used to file a small claims action when the property amount in question is less than $10,000 in value.
Small Claims - Money Owed
This packet can be used to file a small claims action when the amount owed is less than $10,000 in value.
Small Claims - Bond to Stay Execution on Appeal of Summary Ejectment Judgment
Individuals who have had an eviction granted against them can use this packet to file along with an appeal when it is has been less than 10 days since the writ of execution was granted.
Small Claims - Appeal Summary Ejectment
Individuals who have had an eviction granted against them can use this packet to file along with a Bond to Stay Execution on Appeal of Summary Ejectment Judgment when it is has been less than 10 days since the writ of execution was granted.
Small Claims - Appeal Money Owed
Individuals who have had a small claims money owed judgment entered against them can use this packet to appeal the judgment to District Court when it has been less than 10 days since the date the judgment was filed.
Notice of Voluntary Dismissal
Individuals who want to dismiss their case can use this form to do so.
Custody Complaint (Biological Parents)
This form is used for amendment purposes.
Affidavit for Judicial Assignment and Notice of Hearing
This form is used for amendment purposes.
Affidavit as to Status of Minor Child
This form is used for amendment purposes.
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Declaration
This form is used for amendment purposes.
Motion for Order to Show Cause and Motion for Contempt
This form is used for amendment purposes.
Motion to Modify Child Custody or Visitation
This form is used for amendment purposes.