Notice of Appearance
/ˈnoʊtɪs əv əˈpɪərəns/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal document filed by a party in a legal proceeding to notify the court and other parties of the party’s official representation by an attorney.
The attorney filed a notice of appearance to participate in the lawsuit on behalf of the defendant.
Forms
- notices of appearance
See also
Commentary
A notice of appearance is typically required early in litigation to establish who is authorized to act on behalf of a party; it differs from a moot appearance or informal contact with the court.
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