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Rule 500.4. Representation In Justice Court Cases (2013)

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(a) Representation of an Individual. An individual may:
    (1) represent himself or herself;
    (2) be represented by an authorized agent in an eviction case; or
    (3) be represented by an attorney.
(b) Representation of a Corporation or Other Entity. A corporation or other entity may:
    (1) be represented by an employee, owner, officer, or partner of the entity who is not an attorney;
    (2) be represented by a property manager or other authorized agent in an eviction case; or
    (3) be represented by an attorney.
(c) Assisted Representation. The court may, for good cause, allow an individual representing himself or herself to be assisted in court by a family member or other individual who is not being compensated.

Added by order of April 15th, 2013, eff. Aug. 31, 2013.

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