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Nevada Revised Statutes Title 54. Professions, Occupations and Businesses § 622A.310. Appearance; representation by attorney; standards of conduct; withdrawal from representation; sanctions; costs of defense

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

1. In any contested case against a licensee pursuant to this chapter, the licensee may appear on his or her own behalf or the licensee may be represented by:

(a) An attorney licensed to practice law in this State; or

(b) An attorney licensed to practice law in another state who is properly associated with an attorney licensed to practice law in this State and who provides a certificate of good standing from the licensing authority of the other state.

2. An attorney representing a licensee shall:

(a) Ensure that his or her conduct complies with the Nevada Rules of Professional Conduct; and

(b) Conform to all standards of ethical and courteous behavior required in the courts of this State.

3. An attorney may withdraw from representing a licensee upon notice to the licensee and the regulatory body or hearing panel or officer. The notice must include the reason for the requested withdrawal. The regulatory body or hearing panel or officer may deny the request if there may be an unreasonable delay in the case or the substantial rights of the licensee may be prejudiced.

4. If the regulatory body or hearing panel or officer finds that an attorney has violated any provision of this section, the regulatory body or hearing panel or officer may bar the attorney from participating in the case or may impose such other sanctions as the regulatory body or hearing panel or officer deems appropriate.

5. A licensee is responsible for all costs related to the presentation of his or her defense.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Nevada Revised Statutes Title 54. Professions, Occupations and Businesses § 622A.310. Appearance; representation by attorney; standards of conduct; withdrawal from representation; sanctions; costs of defense - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nv/title-54-professions-occupations-and-businesses/nv-rev-st-622a-310/

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