RELATING TO SMALL CLAIMS COURT.

HB 518, currently pending in the 2025 session, proposes to prohibit licensed attorneys from representing clients in small claims court. This would directly affect individuals who typically use small claims court for disputes involving lower monetary amounts (like unpaid debts or minor property issues), as they would no longer be able to hire lawyers for these cases. The key provision is a blanket ban on attorney representation in this specific court forum. The bill is still in early stages and has not become law.