Are communications with a paralegal covered by the attorney-client privilege?
Yes. As agents of the lawyer, paralegals are required to maintain client confidences. Information provided by a client to a paralegal during the course of representation by the attorney may not be shared with others. Q: Can a paralegal appear in court on behalf of someone other than himself or herself? A: A legal assistant cannot represent clients in contested matters in the courtroom. There are some administrative agencies which will allow paralegals to represent individuals at the administrative hearing stage. If the final order of the agency is appealed to a court, however, the individual would need to obtain a lawyer for representation. Q: How can a person become a paralegal? A: At the present time, Ohio does not license paralegals. The Ohio State Bar Association (OSBA) offers a voluntary credentialing program for paralegals. An individual meeting the OSBA definition of “paralegal,” meeting the eligibility requirements, and passing a written examination will be designated as an “OS
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