How To Handle A Pro Se Litigant

By Erin Marie Daly (September 29, 2010, 2:15 PM EDT) -- Defense attorneys should not discount their opponent simply because they are representing themselves: Facing off against a pro se plaintiff may mean automatically being dubbed the Goliath, hurting your chances with judges and juries. Legal experts, however, have some tips on avoiding the challenges involved in defending against pro se litigants....

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