Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California

Does an attorney hold standing to bring a cvil lawsuit against a non-attorney who is (unlawfully and without a license) practicing law in the same, narrow, legal field, based on unfair competition?


Asked on 10/23/11, 12:08 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Theoretically, sure, if he can show the competition adversely affects him in a material way. He can also sue under the theory of 'private attorney general' on behalf of the community. The normal remedy is filing reports with the police and State Bar.

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Answered on 10/23/11, 2:18 pm
Anthony Roach Law Office of Anthony A. Roach

He or she would have to show that he or she suffered actual loss to sue under the unfair competition statutes, unless he or she is a district attorney.

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Answered on 10/23/11, 4:26 pm


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