i don't mean to make lawyers sound bad i'm just saying that i can't afford one.
2007-08-24 20:06:36 · 2 answers · asked by naomi r 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It depends, you may need one. ex parte orders are usually given in things that involve family matters, battering, restraining orders and child abuse/neglect, custody!
If it is for child abuse, and I am not saying it is, you will be appointed an attorney. In some matters you can represent yourself pro se, acting as your own attorney
If it is an issue that involves a crime you will be appointed an attorney if you can't afford one!
If it is a civil matter and you need an attorney, go to the Bar Association in your state to seek a pro bono attorney, which is without charge. You can also go to Legal Assistance in your state for some matters. If you have a law school in your state, many have free legal clinics who are students supervised by an attorney!
Many attorneys will give an initial visit free, however not for some issues like DWI, except to tell you how much you are getting soaked! Use it if you can
If it is something minor, like an eviction order, or a small claims issue, you may do OK but you better read the laws that apply!
Remember, you must, in most instances, file an Appearance with the court as pro se, or you will get very little if you don't.
Hope this helps. And talk to an attorney!
2007-08-24 20:31:31 · answer #1 · answered by cantcu 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
so what's the question?
2007-08-25 03:14:26 · answer #2 · answered by catherine b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋