Local Rule 2090-1: Representation of Business Entities
Bankr. W.D.N.C. — Attorney rule
Local Rule 2090-1 Representation of Business Entities
(a) Representation Required. All partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies, trusts, associations, and other business entities that appear in cases or proceedings before this court, not including attending § 341 meetings of creditors or filing notices of appearance, changes of address, or proofs of claim, must be represented by a lawyer duly admitted to practice before this court. For purposes of this local rule, an appearance shall be defined as preparing and filing papers, such as complaints and answers, petitions, applications, and motions; presenting legal argument and questioning witnesses in proceedings before the court; and pursuing any action in this court.
(b) Sole Proprietorships Exempt. This local rule does not apply to an individual conducting business as a sole proprietorship.