If I have been given an eviction notice to appear in court, do I need a lawyer?
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If I have been given an eviction notice to appear in court, do I need a lawyer?
Asked on January 17, 2013 under Real Estate Law, Maryland
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SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
If the tenant is yourself, and not, say, a corporation ("inc.") or limited liability company ("LLC") owned or controlled by you, then you legally are not required to have an attorney--the law lets a person represent him/herself in court. That said, you would be well-advised to retain an attorney; experienced landlord-tenant counsel will greatly increase your chance of successfully fighting the eviction (presuming that you want to fight being evicted).
FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
If you have been served with an eviction lawsuit by your landlord you are not required under the laws of all states in this country to have a lawyer represent you. However, my experience is that a landlord tenant attorney most likely will be of assistance to you in the matter.
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