Can a paralegal give legal advice to a client?

It is not unusual for a client to develop a strong relationship with the paralegal that is assisting an attorney on their case, and also for the client to at times ask questions of the paralegal which in order to answer, would require the paralegal to give legal advice. To make matters worse,…

What are the responsibilities of a licensed attorney?

One of the responsibilities of a lawyer that is universally considered to be exclusive to licensed attorneys is the representation of a client in court proceedings, since appearing in court on a client’s behalf requires the highest use of an attorney’s professional judgment and skills.

Can a paralegal use a legal kit to practice law?

The general consensus regarding legal kits is that they do not constitute the unauthorized practice of law unless they are accompanied by personalized assistance from a non-lawyer such as a paralegal.

How does New York City provide legal assistance?

Today, New York City is a national leader in providing legal assistance to low-income families and individuals. Read the Transcript of the Public Hearing on OCJ’s Universal Access to Legal Counsel Program (November 2020) Read the Written Statements Submitted for the Public Hearing on OCJ’s Universal Access to Legal Counsel Program (November 2020)

Can you be a medical assistant in New York?

Please note that “Medical Assistant” is not a title that is licensed or otherwise recognized in New York State. Persons who have obtained certification as Certified Medical Assistants, through a national organization, may present that credential to employers.

When was the New York Legal Assistance Group founded?

Founded in 1990, NYLAG is a leading civil legal services organization combatting economic, racial, and social justice by advocating for people experiencing poverty or in crisis.

What can unlicensed persons do in New York?

Below are lists of tasks that can and cannot be performed by unlicensed persons in New York State. These lists include those tasks that the board offices most frequently receive questions about from practitioners. However, they are not exhaustive lists.