If I’m currently doing freelance paralegal work and was asked to file a response to a motion for summary disposition, is this something I am able to do or is an attorney required?

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If I’m currently doing freelance paralegal work and was asked to file a response to a motion for summary disposition, is this something I am able to do or is an attorney required?

Asked on September 11, 2014 under Business Law, Michigan

Answers:

SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 9 years ago | Contributor

You mqy not file a response to a motion (unless you are representing yourself)--doing so is the practice of law, and only lawyers (not paralegals) can practice law or represent people. You can certainly do most or even all of the work drafting the response, but an attorney needs to review, sign, and file it.


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