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Will the court appoint an attorney to represent me? |
In a civil proceeding the court does not have to appoint counsel to represent you, and in most cases, it does not appoint counsel. However, you can ask the court to appoint counsel by filing a Motion for Appointment of Counsel. If you file a Motion for Appointment of Counsel, you must still proceed with your case by representing yourself; you cannot wait for the court to make a decision on your motion.
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Can personnel from the Clerk's Office answer legal questions? |
No, personnel from the Clerk's Office are not permitted to give legal advice. Nobody can:
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Where can I find legal materials such as case law and the Federal and Local Rules? |
You may find legal materials at local law libraries and public libraries. You can find links to the Federal Rules and Local Rules on the home page.
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How can I find an attorney? |
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