how can i have someone who isn't a lawyer represent me

Even for simple and routine matters, you can’t go to court for someone else without a law license. Some federal and state agencies allow non-lawyers to represent others at administrative hearings. For example, non-lawyer representatives are permitted at Social Security and Unemployment Benefit hearings.

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Do I need a lawyer to represent someone in court?

Yes! In the majority of cases, especially in the USA, you must be at least a licensed practitioner to represent someone in the court.

Can a non-lawyer represent someone?

For the most part, in the US, no. There are some limited areas where a non-lawyer may represent someone. These vary by state and type of practice area. Non-lawyers may represent people in a Social Security Disability hearing, for example.

What should I do if I find out someone is not an attorney?

If you find out the person is not an attorney, you should report them to the state bar and the local bar association for engaging in the unlawful practice of law. Never believe anything you can't or don't verify, especially what someone tells you over the phone.

Does the Attorney have to disclose who he represents?

The attorney does not have to disclose who he represents. You do not have to talk to the attorney. * This will flag comments for moderators to take action. Well, I don't think you are crazy, but I'm not sure about the rest of it.

Can you be represented by an attorney?

You cannot be represented by anyone other than an attorney. However, if you include all of the information you have in your motion to move with your child, you will not have to say anything because the judge will already have the answers to his questions...

Can I represent myself in court in MI?

The simple answer to your question is "no." Indeed, as an individual person (as opposed to an entity or business) you are entitled to represent yourself in Court (this is called pro se representation). Otherwise, you must retain the services of an attorney licensed to practice in the MI Court where your Domestic Relations matter is now pending.

How to represent someone in court?

To represent someone in the court you must first pass the bar exam in your state. Otherwise, there are no other circumstances under which you will be permitted to represent anybody in the court. Generally, those who have not been accepted to a state bar are completely banned from practicing law within that state’s jurisdiction.

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What happens if you don't have a formal document?

If you do without any formal document, it will be blatantly illegal. If you don’t want to commit an offense, never try to represent someone in the court because you’ll be thrown off the case and a charge will be brought against you. Sometimes you can even face fines and imprisonment.

What happens if you are not licensed to do a deed?

There are two ways out: the 1st outcome of your deed will be that the presiding judge will soon make clear that you are not qualified or licensed. Your honesty will prohibit you from representing that very person. He will order him/her to find an alternate attorney.

Can spouses represent each other in court?

Besides the attorney, spouses can represent each other. This is possible in the cases when they are both sued, i.e. when they are defendants one of them can appear before the court and the other will not get defaulted. But parents can’t represent their minors.

Do you have to be a licensed attorney to represent someone in court?

The short answer is yes ! In the majority of cases, especially in the USA, you must be at least a licensed practitioner to represent someone in the court. Your friend or acquaintance is in trouble with the law and needs legal support.

Can you be a lawyer if you are out of town?

Sometimes you can even face fines and imprisonment. Even if someone is out of the city and has to go to some hearings as an accused or else, you can’t be his/her legal representative in such cases as well. The best thing you can do is to advise him/her to hire an attorney to make the appearance at trial.

Andrew Charles Lapres

Rather than tell your lawyer what to do in court, ask him/her WHY they are not doing what it is that you think they should be doing. This happens quite frequently when the client believes that something is relevant to their case, but from a legal standpoint it isn't.

Christine C McCall

Step 1: discuss the matter with the attorney to determine the reasons for his methods.

Ronald S. Pichlik

Ask your attorney questions about what is happening, and what his strategy is. In most counties in Michigan the view of the courts is since you did not hire your court appointed lawyer you can't fire him. Your certainly free to retain or hire an attorney of your choosing.

Daniel P. Hilf

Your question does not say how your lawyer is not representing you right.

What happens if an attorney does not represent the client?

If the attorney does not represent the client, which I would ask to be confirmed in writing, then you have no obligation to provide any information regarding a case. In some situations, (such as if YOU were an attorney yourself), it would be an ethical violation for you to say anything.

What happens if you don't disclose who you represent?

Furthermore, if you or your company is involved with litigation and represented by an attorney already, any other attorneys should never contact you but should go through your attorney directly. This is an ethical rule. If the person tries to contact you again instead of your attorney, let your attorney know right away.

What is the obligation of a real attorney?

A "real attorney" has an obligation to maintain client confidentiality and not tell any Tom, Dick or Harry who s/he represents unless the client has specifically authorized them to do so.

Do you have to disclose the name of the client in a lawsuit?

In that case, the attorney doesn't need to disclose the name of the client. However, your situation sounds a little suspicious. If your company is involved in law suit with an individual, your company's attorney should be talking with the individual's attorney.

Can an attorney disclose who they are working for?

An attorney is not allowed to disclose who they are working for, unless they have that person's permission. Attorneys,for example, are not allowed to post a listing of their clients, unless each clients has given permission to be on the list. It is rarely in the client's best interest to have it revealed who their attorney is, and so the attorney should rarely ask to list such things. But, if an attorney is representing a person in a particular matter and if they are contacting an opposing party, then they should say who they are representing. But, this is not always the case and it depends what the situation is. For example, lawyers are allowed to act on someone's behalf and not reveal who they are working for, or even that they are working for anyone. This is often the case, especially in big real estate bargaining. However, if someone calls you for information and you are not satisfied that they have a right to know, you do not need to answer or give them any information at all. If a lawyer is representing a person and is going to discuss or negotiate on the person's behalf, they will let you know they are engaged to represent the person in that dealing. If there is a court case pending and a lawyer is officially representing a party, they will put their name on the court filings, and will often send letter saying whom they represent. Often, a lawyer may seek information on behalf of a client, but not want to reveal for whom they work. It is up to you to decide whether you wish to give such a person information. The one main thing a lawyer cannot do is lie and say they represent someone they do not represent. So if you ask a lawyer whom they represent in the matter, if anyone, the lawyer is not allowed to falsely name someone. But, they can refuse to answer, and you can refuse to discuss with them. However, in some locations, there are special rules about a lawyer acting as a real estate agent being allow to bluff certain things. To accurately answer your question, I would need all the details.

Is the identity of a client confidential?

The identity of a client is usually considered to be confidential information - so the attorney was correct in not answering your question. Usually, it is only after the client grants permission to the lawyer to reveal the relationship - then the attorney is permitted to do so.

Is a lawyer's communication confidential?

Communications between an attorney and the attorney's client are confidential unless the client waives the privilege. There are, however, many exceptions. Since you did not mention having any exceptional legal relationship to the client or the client's attorney, the answer most likely is no. Report Abuse.