Supreme Court Approves Rule Changes To Make Legal Services More Affordable
In a move that could revolutionize the business of practicing law in Arizona, the Arizona Supreme Court recently approved two far-reaching changes aimed at making legal services more available and more affordable to the public.
The changes which take effective Jan. 1, 2021 stem from a court taskforce set up to review and revise regulations related to the delivery of legal services in Arizona. One change involves a licensure process to allow nonlawyers, called Legal Paraprofessionals, to provide limited legal representation to clients, including appearing in court with a client.
The other change will eliminate a longtime rule that has prohibited nonlawyers from having economic interests in law firms. Similar changes were recently adopted in Utah, while several other states are considering affordable access reforms.
“The Court’s goal is to improve access to justice and to encourage innovation in the delivery of legal services,” Arizona Supreme Court Chief Justice Robert said of the changes. “The work of the task force adopted by the Court will make it possible for more people to access affordable legal services and for more individuals and families to get legal advice and help.”
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