Tools & Checklists

Which problem are you trying to solve?

  • An office needs proof of my civil status: use the civil-status checklist to list its requirements and missing records.
  • I need to organize losses and evidence: use the damages loss log to keep supporting records together.
  • I am discussing property as payment of a debt: use the dation worksheet to prepare questions for that specific discussion.
  • I am preparing to sign a deed of sale: read the buyer’s checklist to work through document checks and questions before signing.
  • I need to review a contract: read the step-by-step contract-review checklist to identify issues and records to discuss with a qualified adviser.

Not sure which rule applies? Start with the matching guide below before using its worksheet.

Fillable worksheets: The three worksheets below help you organize your documents, evidence and next steps. You can fill them in on your device or print a blank copy. The reading checklists that follow guide you through a review using your own notes.

Civil-status document checklist

Identify the receiving office, the proof it requires, the records you have and what you still need to request.

Prepare your civil-status documents →

Damages loss log

Keep a structured record of losses and supporting evidence after an incident or breach.

Organize your loss and evidence →

Dation-in-payment worksheet

Prepare questions and records for a discussion about transferring property to a creditor in satisfaction of a money debt.

Prepare your dation discussion →

Reading checklists

Use these step-by-step guides alongside your documents and record your answers in your own notes.

Deed-of-sale checklist

Work through the buyer’s checks on the property, seller, documents and payment arrangements before signing.

Read the pre-signing buyer’s checklist →

Contract-review checklist

Follow the seven-step review, identify unanswered questions and gather the records needed for advice on your contract.

Read the contract-review checklist →

Understand the rule before preparing your file

What do I do after filling it in?

  1. Review your notes and leave missing or disputed items clearly marked.
  2. Use the worksheet’s print button to print or save a PDF before closing the page.
  3. Use your copy to prepare the next request or discussion described in the matching guide. Completing a worksheet does not file a claim or establish a legal right.

Looking for a different issue? Browse all civil-law topics. Preparing for the Bar? Open the Civil Law Bar Exam reviewer.

Before you start

Entries stay in the worksheet page and are lost when it closes or reloads. Use its print button to print or save a PDF. Avoid entering identifiers you do not need. These preparation aids do not submit documents, determine eligibility or replace advice on your situation.

Find the guide for your situation →