Pro Se legal representation means going into court on one's own behalf rather than being represented by a lawyer. Pro Se  is a Latin phrase that means "for oneself" or "on one's own behalf". Pro Se representation can be done on any court proceeding, whether one is a plaintiff or defendant in a civil case, or one is a defendant in a criminal case. According to US statistics, there is an increased rise in the number of Pro Se representation in court. This is due to many factors, but the best reasons are lack of confidence to lawyers and tight budget.

Some lawyers do not care of their clients interest. They tend to take care of their sole interest only. Too often people hire lawyers who are afraid to stand up to arrogant judges, too timid to press opponents for evidence, unwilling to fight tooth-and-nail for rights the lawyer promised to protect, or simply bailing out at the last moment, leaving their clients to fight their legal battles alone.

Civil Litigation is a legal dispute, being resolved on a court of law,  that seek settlement or money damage rather than criminal sanctions. Civil Litigation include matters about marriage, divorce, contract dispute, environmental law, personal injury, and so many more. Civil Litigation is observed under the Civil Law that is made by the legislators.