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Can I represent myself against a former client?

Asked on Oct 15th, 2013 on Business Litigation - New Jersey
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I am a lawyer whose former client is slandering my name and is proceeding with a litigation
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Appellate Practice Attorney serving New York, NY
Yes.  To the extent that you might be restricted (for example, restrictions on revealing privileged information would remain in any defamation action you bring against the client), the same restrictions apply whether you represent yourself or are represented by another attorney. 
Answered on Oct 15th, 2013 at 4:36 PM

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