Rule 4.2. Process - Limited Representation

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CR 4.2

PROCESS–LIMITED REPRESENTATION

(a) An attorney may undertake to provide limited representation in accordance with

RPC 1.2 to a person involved in a court proceeding.

(b) Providing limited representation of a person under these rules shall not constitute an

entry of appearance by the attorney for purposes of CR 5(b) and does not authorize or require the

service or delivery of pleadings, papers or other documents upon the attorney under CR 5(b).

Representation of the person by the attorney at any proceeding before a judge, magistrate, or

other judicial officer on behalf of the person constitutes an entry of appearance pursuant to

RCW 4.28.210 and CR 4(a)(3), except to the extent that a limited notice of appearance as

provided for under CR 70.1 is filed and served prior to or simultaneous with the actual

appearance. The attorney’s violation of this Rule may subject the attorney to the sanctions

provided in CR 11(a).

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