Is the lawyer obligatory in a civil trial? - Appeals

Verified 04 mars 2022 - Directorate for Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister)

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  • You want to file an objection, an appeal or an appeal on a point of law
  • You're appealing
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Before the Court of Appeal, representation by attorney is required.

However, exceptions exist for the following procedures:

  • Protection of adults (guardianship, guardianship, family empowerment...)
  • Disputes prud'homal (representation may be provided by a union advocate)
  • Over-indebtedness
  • Placement of a child by the Juvenile Court
  • Parental authority (delegation and partial or total withdrawal)
  • Joint Rural Lease Court case
  • Social cluster case

FYI  

if your income does not allow you to pay a lawyer, you can apply for legal aid.

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