· 4/9/1992
In Re Herren
Citations
- 138 B.R. 989
- 1992 Bankr. LEXIS 548
- 22 Bankr. Ct. Dec. (CRR) 1334
- 1992 WL 75122
How courts have described this case
Verbatim parenthetical descriptions written by other courts when citing this decision. Ranked by citation-network relevance.
- holding that providing specific directions regarding correct way to fill out bankruptcy forms, including what items to list where and defining legal terms, constitutes unauthorized practice of law when performed by layperson
- providing clients with definitions of legal terms of art is giving legal advice
- “The solicitation of financial information and preparation of schedules is rendering legal advice, whether provided by lay persons or lawyers.”
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Judges: Harold L. Mai
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