Practice by a Licensed Attorney; When Required

PURPOSE: This rule states when and how a party must be represented by a licensed attorney. (1) Any individual may present that individual’s own case without a licensed attorney. (2) Any individual may file a complaint on behalf of another person, including a corporation, limited liability company, or other legal entity. (3) Except as set forth in section (2) of this rule, only a licensed attorney may represent any other person, including a corporation, limited liability company, or other legal entity. The filing of any document with the commission by a licensed attorney shall be deemed an entry of appearance. An attorney not authorized to practice in Missouri shall enter an appearance in accordance with Missouri Supreme Court Rules. AUTHORITY: section 621.198, RSMo 2016.* Original rule filed Aug. 5, 1991, effective Feb. 6, 1992. Amended: Filed June 3, 2002, effective Nov. 30, 2002. Amended: Filed Sept. 29, 2016, effective March 30, 2017. *Original authority: 621.198, RSMo 1965, amended 1978, 2001.