Emotional moment in court. What if I start tearing up for a minute when it comes to talking about the case?

Good luck. I have an issue with tears and crying when I don't want to, so I feel for you. You could start by saying this is an emotional issue for you but you will proceed. And then just carry on. Please let us know how it goes. I'll be thinking of you on Friday.

Surely they have 'court appointed' lawyers? I mean, if you got arrested you have the choice? Ask at the court. Good luck

If the Judge finds shedding a tear when it comes to your 91 year old mom's homestead and trying to save it then so be it cause there's nothing I can do about it..I can't make my heart stop.

I went first thing yesterday, wrote my paper on a request for extension due to me not being able to find a lawyer yet.She said no..I have money for one I just need one that can get it postponed but they are all busy Friday.. I called 15 lawyers in a week and a half .So no I didn't choose this.Thanks

Lisa--

Really, so try to get a stay for your hearing and try to find an attorney who may take your case pro-bono.

Some judges are absolute sticklers for decorum, and crying? They have seen it all and while some may be "kind"---court is not the place for emotions. They will not be impressed with it and you won't be furthering your case.

It would be helpful is we knew why you were going in the first place---the comment that you are flying blind is true. You REALLY need an advocate in court.
If that is simply not possible--I just wish you luck.

Lisa, as we’ve told you before, there is no way to predict what will happen when you go to court. The fact that you don’t have legal representation does not bode well for you or your case. We’ve told you to get a postponement in order to find legal representation but you’ve decided to proceed anyway. It’s like getting in a car and not knowing how to drive. At this point, we can only tell you to go ahead and go to court and take your chances. Because you’re more or less flying blind, you’ll have to accept whatever the court decides. Shedding a few tears is not relevant.

Lisa, what type of case is this? There are different court proceeding so knowing what Court you will be in and why would be helpful.

Are you being brought to court? If so, maybe the Judge can appoint an Attorney to present you without any charge, that is if you cannot afford to hire an Attorney. Check with the Clerk of the Court to see if the case can be postponed to another date while you obtain an Attorney.

It is never a good idea to represent yourself as court proceedings are quite complicated.