Code of Maine Rules
02 - DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION
032 - OFFICE OF SECURITIES
Chapter 540 - ADJUDICATORY PROCEEDINGS RULE
Section 032-540-18 - Representation

Universal Citation: 02 ME Code Rules ยง 032-540-18

Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024

1. Pro se representation. An individual may appear on the individual's own behalf.

2. Attorneys. A party may be represented by an attorney authorized to practice law in Maine.

3. Notice of appearance. An attorney who appears in a representative capacity shall enter an appearance by filing a written notice of appearance setting forth:

(A) the attorney's name, business address, telephone number, fax number, and e-mail address; and

(B)the name and address of the party represented.

4. Change of address. Each party and any representative of a party shall promptly notify the Office of any change of address, telephone number, fax number, or e-mail address.

5. Withdrawal. An attorney who is the sole representative of a party may withdraw from representation only by serving a notice of withdrawal on the client and all other parties and filing the notice with the Office, provided that (A) such notice is accompanied by notice of the appearance of another attorney and (B) no hearing date has been set. Unless these conditions are met, the attorney may withdraw only upon motion to the Administrator or presiding officer for leave to withdraw. Such motion shall state the last known address of the client and shall be served on the client in accordance with these rules. The Administrator or presiding officer may grant the motion upon good cause shown and under such terms, conditions, and notices to the client and other parties as he/she may direct.

6. Application to government attorneys. Subsections 3 and 5 of this section do not apply to government attorneys representing the Office of Securities.

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