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Parties

Information and tools to help counsel and self-represented litigants prepare for proceedings before the Supreme Court of Canada.

Information under this section does not constitute legal advice.

Counsel

Counsel are lawyers licenced to practice in a province or territory. Review information for counsel to file documents with the Registry, reserve seats for clients and access notices to the profession.

Self-represented litigants

The term “self-represented litigants” describes individuals who are not represented by a lawyer. Review information on the steps to follow when bringing a matter before the Supreme Court of Canada if you choose to represent yourself.

Act, rules and forms

Consult the Act, rules and forms to assist you when dealing with the Supreme Court of Canada.

Date modified: 2025-03-23