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Legal help and representation

Many people represent themselves at the Commission, without a lawyer. If you hire a lawyer or paid agent, read our tips and understand what rules they must follow. We cannot give you legal advice or recommend a lawyer or paid agent for you.

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Where to find legal help

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You can represent yourself at the Commission, without a lawyer or agent.

If you decide to represent yourself

Who can represent you and what they must tell us when they act for you.

Representatives and the rules they must follow