QUESTION
I am a victim of domestic violence, do I need an attorney when the case goes to court?
Asked on Jan 14th, 2013 on Personal Injury - Montana
6 ANSWERS
Ronald A. Steinberg
It wouldn't hurt.
Answered on Jan 30th, 2013 at 11:25 PM
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The David F. Stoddard Law Firm
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You should not need an attorney. Normally the State provides a prosecutor.
Answered on Jan 15th, 2013 at 8:13 PM
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Paul Whitfield and Associates P.A.
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State provides staff to help you.
Answered on Jan 15th, 2013 at 7:39 PM
Thomas Edward Gates
No, it is the prosecutor who is pursuing the criminal matter.
Answered on Jan 15th, 2013 at 7:18 PM
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Andrew T. Velonis, P.C.
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Depends what kind of case you are talking about. If it's a divorce, yes. If he the perpetrator is being charged with a crime, then the prosecutor will represent the state, and your only role is as a witness. If it makes you feel better, you could retain an attorney a few weeks before the trial to help prepare you for testimony, letting you know what kind of questions will be asked, taking you over to the courtroom, giving you a sample of what it is like to be cross-examined, etc. It's not required, but it would make you a better-prepared, less-nervous witness.
Answered on Jan 15th, 2013 at 6:53 PM
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Not in Missoula MT. You should be available to the prosecutor in case your testimony is needed to keep that animal in his cage.
Answered on Jan 15th, 2013 at 6:46 PM