N.J. Admin. Code § 13:75-1.5

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 8, April 15, 2024

Section 13:75-1.5 - Attorney representation

(a) Claimants have the right to be represented at all stages of the application process and at any review or appeal by the Review Board, by an attorney-at-law duly licensed to practice in the State of New Jersey, or qualified to make such appearance pursuant to the Rules Governing the Courts of New Jersey.

(b) Every attorney providing representation to a claimant seeking compensation shall file a notice of appearance with the Office.

(c) If any claimant designates an attorney to represent him or her in connection with his or her dealings with the Office, and the attorney has executed and filed the appropriate notice, the notice shall remain in effect until:

1. The claimant files a written revocation of the attorney's authorization;

2. The attorney files a written statement of his or her withdrawal from the case;

3. The attorney states on the record at a Review Board hearing that he or she is withdrawing from the case; or

4. The Office receives notice of the attorney's death or disqualification.

(d) After the filing of a notice of appearance or substitution in accordance with this section, and as long as such notice may remain in effect, copies of all written communications or notices to the claimant shall be sent to such attorney in lieu of the claimant or, at the Office's discretion, to both the claimant and his or her attorney. Service upon the attorney shall be service upon the claimant represented.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:75-1.5