Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in California

Re: collections

No, only an attorney can appear for a private person

Ken Koury

Kenneth P. Koury, Esq.

5807 Topanga Cyn Blvd., Suite G-201

Re: collections

In a word, "No." In order to represent an individual, it is required, at least in California, and all other states that I am aware of, and the federal system as well, that the representative be a licensed attorney. It may be that the case does not require the appearance of the aged plaintiff, although most courts and juries like to see the plaintiff in court or they get the idea that plaintiff is not really interested in the outcome of his or her case. Consult an attorney.

Sheldon G. Bardach

Law Offices of Sheldon G. Bardach

11755 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1450

Re: collections

In a word, "No." In order to represent an individual, it is required, at least in California, and all other states that I am aware of, and the federal system as well, that the representative be a licensed attorney. It may be that the case does not require the appearance of the aged plaintiff, although most courts and juries like to see the plaintiff in court or they get the idea that plaintiff is not really interested in the outcome of his or her case. You could, however, have the plaintiff assign the judgment to a third party for collection. That party, then would be able to collect the judgment. Just make sure the plaintiff can trust the assignee, or there may be another lawsuit. Consult an attorney.

Sheldon G. Bardach

Law Offices of Sheldon G. Bardach

11755 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1450