Maryland Acknowledgement of Scope of Limited Representation (MAJOR) is a document used by attorneys and clients in the state of Maryland. It provides a written record of the scope of the attorney's representation of the client. The MAJOR is used to clarify the nature and extent of the attorney's services and to ensure that the client understands the parameters of the legal representation. It is also used to inform the client of their right to self-representation in the case. The MAJOR must be signed by both the attorney and the client and filed with the court. There are two types of Majors: a standard MAJOR and a MAJOR with a limited scope of representation. A standard MAJOR outlines a broad range of services the attorney may provide, while a MAJOR with a limited scope of representation outlines specific tasks and services that the attorney will provide. In either case, the MAJOR must be signed by both the attorney and the client, and filed with the court. The MAJOR serves as a record of the understanding between the attorney and the client regarding the scope of legal representation.