And every state bar has ethics rules requiring competent representation for criminal defendants.
"However, as long as the defendant has access to competent representation, this shouldn't be a problem."
Potential investors should engage competent local legal representation before making any commitments.
"This says the judge is concerned that the constitutional rights of the defendant may have been violated if he did not get competent representation."
They are able attorneys capable of giving me competent representation.
In short, students represent the immigrants most in need of free, competent, ethical representation.
I am responsible to assure that all persons have access to competent representation regardless of wealth or position in life.
The continual success of competent legal representation prompted Tahirih's enlargement.
Three years ago, thousands of people in Utah went without competent legal representation because the resources simply weren't available.
States that accepted the grants would have to agree to standards meant to ensure competent legal representation.