Rule 8 Appearance of Counsel

When a lawyer is hired to handle a family court case, the lawyer has to let the court and the other side's lawyer know right away. This notice needs to include the lawyer's current address and phone number.

This rule keeps everyone in the loop about who represents each person in the case. It also makes sure the court and the other party have a way to reach the lawyer if they need to send documents, schedule hearings, or discuss the case. Quick notice helps avoid delays and confusion about who is actually representing someone at any given point in the case.