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Evidence · General · 6 min

How to organize evidence before court

Build a clean record of photos, emails, messages, witnesses, and events before memory fades.

Separate evidence from argument

Evidence is what happened and what proves it. Argument is what you say it means. Keep them separate so a lawyer, mediator, or judge can inspect the record quickly.

  • Photos
  • Emails
  • Text messages
  • Contracts
  • Receipts
  • Witness names

Create a chronology

List events in date order. For each event, connect the source document or witness. This creates a map of the dispute instead of a scattered archive.

Frequently asked questions

Should I edit screenshots or photos?

Keep original files whenever possible. If you make an annotated copy, preserve the original separately.

What if I do not know whether a document matters?

Preserve it, tag it, and ask a licensed legal professional if the issue is important.

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