Legal Question in Family Law in New York

Representation in Family Court by non-lawyer

I know that a party is allowed to represent him/herself (acting pro se) in Family Court Proceedings, however, is a party allowed to be represented by a non-lawyer, such as law student, tax advisor, legal advisor, private citizen? If so or if not, where in the written law for NY state could this information be found?


Asked on 5/24/02, 6:06 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Jonathan J. Braverman Jonathan J. Braverman, Attorney & Mediator

Re: Representation in Family Court by non-lawyer

No!

Only licensed attorneys may represent other people in court.

You wouldn't want me to fix your car ...

or your plumbing. Trust me.

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Answered on 5/24/02, 10:41 pm


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