Federal Civil Cover Sheet (JS-44) Helper
The clerk requires a JS-44 civil cover sheet to open your case. This helper walks the choices that trip people up — basis of jurisdiction, party citizenship for diversity, origin, and the standardized Nature-of-Suit code — then generates a preparation worksheet and links the current official JS-44 to file. We don't reproduce the official form; we make sure you fill it in correctly.
Prepare your court document
Runs entirely in your browser — nothing is uploaded; your answers are saved only on this device.
Frequently asked
Why not just fill the form for me?
The JS-44 is an official clerk-intake form; you file the court's current version. This tool makes sure your codes and selections are right and links the official form.
What's a Nature-of-Suit code?
A standardized number (e.g. 442 for employment civil rights) that classifies your case. The dropdown lists them all with plain-language labels.