The North Carolina Pro Se Litigant Guide is a comprehensive resource designed to provide individuals with the necessary information to file a lawsuit or other legal action without the help of a lawyer. The guide includes a step-by-step guide on filing a lawsuit, as well as information on the North Carolina court system, the rules of civil procedure, filing pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and court etiquette. It also provides detailed instructions for filing various types of legal documents, including summons, complaints, answers, motions, briefs, and orders. There are two types of North Carolina Pro Se Litigant Guide: the Judicial Branch Guide and the Pro Se Resource Guide. The Judicial Branch Guide is for individuals seeking to represent themselves in North Carolina courts, and the Pro Se Resource Guide is designed to help individuals who are considering self-representation.