The MyPaperwork system was launched to assist users in preparing documents for filing in court. The platform functions by asking users questions and generating necessary paperwork based on their specific responses.
Supported legal case types
The tool supported a variety of legal case types, including divorce proceedings for both petitioners and respondents. It also provided assistance with parentage cases involving custody or support, as well as several types of protective orders such as civil cohabitant, child protective, civil stalking injunction, dating violence, and sexual violence protective orders.
Additional services and help options
Additionally, the system assisted with name or sex designation changes and helped court-appointed guardians file required annual accounting, status, and inventory reports. For users who did not see their specific case type listed, the Self-Help Center was available for assistance.
How to use the service
To use the service, individuals registered with an email address to create an account. Once logged in, users could begin an interview by clicking Start Here. The interface used asterisks and red text to indicate invalid answers during the process.
Document generation and notification process
After completing the interview, users clicked a Download button. The system required significant computer power to prepare documents, which meant the process could take at least 15 minutes or up to an hour if the system was overloaded. Users were notified via email from MyCase when their papers were ready.
Downloading and filing completed papers
Users were advised to download their completed papers within seven days of receiving notification, as documents were deleted after that period. Once downloaded, the final step involved filing the documents with the court in person, by mail, or via email.
As a new service, developers worked to add more cases and features to the platform.
