Frequently Used Court Forms — CAD

Self-Help Forms

The Court Administration Division (CAD) provides downloadable Jamaican court forms — divorce petitions, maintenance applications, small-claims forms, and probate applications. All free to use. Website: cad.gov.jm. A useful starting point for self-represented litigants. Confirm any attorney's current practising status via the General Legal Council's Practising Attorneys list at generallegalcouncil.org before retaining them or paying fees, and always agree fee arrangements in writing.

Contact Information

Website: https://cad.gov.jm

About legal in Jamaica

Jamaica's legal system is based on English common law. The Jamaican Bar Association regulates attorneys, with major firms in New Kingston, Mandeville, and Montego Bay handling everything from corporate transactions to real-estate conveyance, immigration, and family law. Legal Aid Jamaica provides free representation for those who qualify. The Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ) handles business registration, and the Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) handles tax matters.

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