1. a. to present a case in a law court; argue the case of either party. b. 1. verb. If you plead with someone to do something, you ask them in an intense, emotional way to do it.I list the basic pleadings that are used in a civil case in the United States. Pleadings Are By Petition and Answer. Collin County Justice Courts have both civil and criminal jurisdiction. We can provide you with guidance on how to fill out forms. • We can usually answer questions about court deadlines. Lawyer just to give you advice and help you fill-out this form. If you do not bring an FIS with you on the date of your hearing, you will be required to fill out this one. If you plead the case or cause of someone or something, you speak out in their support or defence.