Individuals may represent themselves business debtors must have an attorney in any proceeding involving presentation of evidence. Section 955 from giving legal advice or assisting with the preparation of forms.
The Clerk's Office is prohibited by 28 U.S.C. The bankruptcy law is complicated and not easily described, and you should, if possible, seek the advice of an attorney. Pro se litigants should be familiar with the United States Code, the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure and the Local Rules of the Western District of Missouri. Pro se litigants are expected to follow and abide by the rules that govern the practice of law in the Federal Courts. As a pro se litigant, you enjoy every right entitled to you under the law. 'Pro Se' is a Latin term meaning 'for yourself'. If you are representing yourself without the benefit of an attorney, you are known as a pro se litigant. Local Rules, ESI Principles, Procedures & Fees.
