Attorney of Record
Written By Fresh Starts Registry
Pronounced: uh-TUR-nee uhv REK-erd
What it means: This is the official lawyer listed in the court’s records as representing you. Once your lawyer files a notice, they become your attorney of record.
Example: “Once my attorney of record filed paperwork, the court sent all the documents to her.”
When it's used: As soon as a lawyer is hired and formally enters your case.
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