Fulton County  courts are opening a free Self-Help Center Thursday to help  litigants representing themselves  in  misdemeanor or civil cases in state and magistrate courts. Located in the Fulton County Court complex, the staff won't offer legal advice but will help fill out paperwork and advise on procedures and choices and other places for people to get assistance. Contact: Cicely Barber,404.613.4245 or cicely.barber@fultoncountyga.gov or the center at 404-613-4116

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Yemaya Lyles (right) wipes away tears during a news conference in front of the Rockdale County Public Schools administration building on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023. Lyles' son, Antonio, was assaulted by a paraprofessional, who has since been fired and charged with battery. Lyles says her case against the school district has dragged on since then. (Miguel Martinez/AJC 2023)

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