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Can I represent myself in a United States federal court?

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the parties may plead and conduct their own cases personally

For an individual's own case in a United States federal court, 28 U.S.C. § 1654 permits appearing personally or through counsel, subject to the court's rules. This is a federal-court provision; check the court's self-help instructions and applicable rules before filing.

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