New York Pro Se Guidelines rev. 12/2017 is a set of rules and procedures for individuals representing themselves in court. It is designed to help individuals understand the legal process, their rights and responsibilities, and the court's expectations of them. The Guidelines cover topics such as filing documents, service of process, settlement discussions, and responding to motions. The New York Pro Se Guidelines rev. 12/2017 includes several types of guidelines: general guidelines, civil practice and procedure guidelines, Supreme Court civil guidelines, and Surrogate's Court civil guidelines. The guidelines are updated annually and are available online.