They owe you money.
Make them pay.
Landlord kept your deposit? Client ghosted your invoice? Contractor took the money and ran?
5 minutes. No lawyer. No BS.
See what they're about to receive
PERFECT FOR:
Checking if your case is strong before committing
Make it official
PERFECT FOR:
Unpaid invoices, refund disputes, small debts under $500
Pay when ready to send
Maximum pressure. Maximum results.
PERFECT FOR:
Rental deposits, contractor disputes, amounts over $500, repeat offenders
Pay when ready to send
Want to make it personal?
Add hand delivery for maximum impact. A real person shows up.
Hand Delivery
For demand letters
Skip the mailbox. A professional shows up at their door and hand-delivers your demand letter. Nothing says "I'm serious" like a knock on the door.
Court Filing Delivery
For court documents
When you file in court, we send someone to personally serve the defendant. Legal. Official. Unavoidable.
Add-ons available after you start your case. Available in most US locations.
For Businesses
Chasing unpaid invoices is costing you money
Volume pricing for agencies, freelancers, and small businesses.
At a glance
What is PettyLawsuit?
A self-service platform that helps anyone file small claims cases and send demand letters in under 5 minutes. No lawyer required. We handle the paperwork, certified mail, and follow-ups.
Who is it for?
Consumers and small businesses owed money for unpaid invoices, rental deposits, contractor disputes, or property damage. Cases under $25,000 (varies by state).
Cost comparison
| Option | Cost | Time | Self-service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer consultation | $400+ | Days–weeks | No |
| Other small claims court services | $200+ | 1–2 days | No |
| PettyLawsuit | $29–$49 | 5 minutes | Yes |
Do the math
Average users recover $450. That's a 9x return on $49.
How it works
Three simple steps. Five minutes total.
Tell us what happened
Answer a few simple questions. No legal jargon required.
~2 minutes
We draft your demand
Petty Agent creates a professional letter. You preview and approve.
~2 minutes
We handle everything
Certified mail, phone calls, follow-ups. You stay hands-off.
~1 minute
Justice served
Real people. Real wins. Real money.
"Invoice overdue 90 days. One letter. Paid in full."
Tech Solutions LLC
Austin, TX
"Kept my deposit for 'cleaning fees.' Got it all back."
Sarah K.
Denver, CO
"Broke my furniture. Denied it. Court made them pay."
Mike T.
Phoenix, AZ
Why this works
Certified mail = legal proof
USPS tracking proves they received it. If they ignore it, you have documentation for court.
85% settle before court
Most people pay up when they see a formal demand. They know you're serious.
Phone calls add pressure
Voice of Justice calls them on your behalf. You stay out of the awkward conversations.
Escalation = urgency
Follow-up emails and Final Notice create deadline pressure. They can't just ignore it.
Built by Larry (Founder)
After years in product and engineering, I became obsessed with problems where people feel stuck and powerless. Especially when the system technically allows them to act, but makes it impossible to know how. I watched hundreds of people abandon legitimate claims because of confusing forms and unclear steps. PettyLawsuit exists to fix that: simple paperwork, formal demand letters, and structured escalation. No lawyer required.
Common questions
Everything you need to know about PettyLawsuit
Do I need a lawyer?
No. Small claims court is specifically designed for people to represent themselves. We handle all the paperwork. You just answer questions about what happened.
What if they ignore the letter?
Your certified mail receipt proves they got it. If they don't respond within 14 days, you have documentation to take them to small claims court. The $49 tier also includes automated follow-up pressure.
What's Voice of Justice?
Our AI-powered phone system that calls the defendant on your behalf, providing professional pressure without you having to make awkward phone calls.
How long until I get my money?
Most cases resolve within 7-21 days. 85% of cases settle before going to court. If they don't respond, we help you escalate to small claims court.
Ready to get what you're owed?
Start free. Pay only when you're ready to send.
Why PettyLawsuit Is the Most Affordable Way to Pursue Legal Action
A plain-English breakdown of what you pay, what you get, and how we compare.
The cost barrier most people can't cross
Hiring an attorney for a small claims dispute typically costs between $2,000 and $5,000 - and that is before court filing fees, process server charges, and other expenses. For many people, the cost of hiring a lawyer exceeds the amount they are trying to recover, which means they simply give up and let the other party keep their money. PettyLawsuit eliminates this barrier entirely by providing professional-grade legal document preparation, demand letter drafting, and certified mail delivery for a flat fee starting at just $29. Our pricing is transparent, predictable, and designed so that pursuing justice never costs more than it is worth.
What's included at every tier
Every tier of our service includes the core features you need to pursue a claim: AI-powered court form generation tailored to your specific state and jurisdiction, a professionally drafted demand letter that cites relevant statutes and clearly states your claim, and delivery of that demand letter to the defendant. The difference between tiers is the level of service and the delivery method. Our standard $29 tier sends the demand letter via email, while higher tiers include USPS Certified Mail with return receipt, follow-up pressure campaigns, and our Voice of Justice automated calling system that contacts the defendant directly on your behalf.
How we compare on total cost
When you compare the total cost of using PettyLawsuit to other options, the value becomes even clearer. A typical small claims case through our platform costs under $120 total, including our service fee and court filing fees. Legal aid services, while free, often have long wait times and strict income requirements. Online legal marketplaces charge $150 to $500 for document preparation alone, and many of them do not include demand letters or certified mail. With PettyLawsuit, you get everything you need in one place, at one price, with no hidden fees and no surprises.
Backed by our satisfaction guarantee
We also stand behind our service with a satisfaction guarantee. If our platform generates incorrect forms or fails to deliver your demand letter, we will fix it at no additional cost. Our support team is available via email to answer questions about your case, and our knowledge base includes step-by-step guides for every stage of the small claims process. We believe that when the price of justice is low enough, more people will fight for what they deserve - and that is exactly what we are here to make possible.