Q: My organization works with residents who live in manufactured homes in AZ. Filing petition with DOH.
Can we help prepare and present as we have in the past. Rule 31 section 29?
A:
Under Rule 31, Section 29 of the Arizona Rules of the Supreme Court, only licensed attorneys or those specifically authorized can prepare or present legal documents and represent individuals in legal matters. While your organization has helped in the past, it is important to ensure that you stay within the boundaries of this rule. Providing assistance with legal paperwork without proper authorization could lead to penalties or issues with the Department of Housing (DOH).
If you are not licensed to practice law, you may want to consider helping residents in other ways, such as offering guidance on how to file petitions or directing them to the proper resources. This ensures you are supporting the community while adhering to legal requirements.
It might be helpful to check for any updates or changes in Rule 31 that could impact your ability to continue offering assistance as you have before. You can also explore whether any exceptions apply to your specific situation.
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