Small Claims Court for Freelancers With Unpaid Invoices
Small claims court can be a practical path for unpaid invoices, but only if you treat it like a process that rewards clean records and punishes shortcuts. It is usually less formal than full litigation, and [freelancers can often represent themselves](https://blog.freelancersunion.org/2014/04/01/what-all-freelancers-should-know-about-small-claims-court), but that easier access does not reduce the need for evidence, correct party details, and the right filing path.
