Advocate For Client In Maricopa
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A person learned in the law, and duly admitted to practice, which assists his clients with advice, and pleads for him in open court….” Taking this definition as fact, there are three main areas where an attorney will advocate for his or her client: assist, defend, and plead.
The mission of the Maricopa County Attorney's Office is to deliver high-quality prosecution, comprehensive victims services, crime prevention programs and legal representation for County government on behalf of the people of Maricopa County, to provide a safe and well-governed community.
As advisor, a lawyer provides a client with an informed understanding of the client's legal rights and obligations and explains their practical implications. As advocate, a lawyer zealously asserts the client's position under the rules of the adversary system.
“Legal advocacy” includes: Educating and assisting victims in navigating the justice systems. Assisting victims in evaluating advantages and disadvantages of participating in the legal processes. Facilitating victims' access and participation in the legal systems.
A lawyer is a term used to designate anyone in the legal profession, including a barrister, solicitor and attorney. An advocate is a legal professional who has passed the AIBE and obtained a licence to represent the client in a court of law and argues their case on their behalf.
Hours Staff NameTitle Haas, James J. Public Defender
This privilege is codified in California law via Evidence Code 954, which gives your attorney the right to refuse to divulge the contents of your conversation, gives you the right to require confidentiality from your attorney, and with few exceptions, makes any breach of that confidence inadmissible in court.
As advisor, a lawyer provides a client with an informed understanding of the client's legal rights and obligations and explains their practical implications. As advocate, a lawyer zealously asserts the client's position under the rules of the adversary system.
An advocate can stand by you, and stand up for you, when important decisions are being made about your care, treatment and the way you live your life. They can help you understand your rights and options, and then support you in expressing your views and wishes to the relevant services.