Rhode Island § 11-27-1 - Law Practice
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§ 11-27-1. Law Practice
R.I. Gen. Laws § 11-27-1
§ 11-27-1. “Hold himself or herself out” and “person” defined.
(a) “Hold himself or herself out” as used in this chapter includes the following: the assumption, use, or advertisement of the title of lawyer, attorney, attorney at law, counselor, counselor at law, solicitor, or any term or terms conveying the idea that the person in connection with whose name they or any of them are used is competent, qualified, authorized, or entitled to practice law, or the use of any kind of sign, token, symbol, card, letterhead, envelope, stationery, circular, or other writing, printing, or painting, or any representation by word or act, the purpose or tendency of which is to convey that idea.
(b) “Person” when used in the phrase “another person” in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires, includes partnerships, corporations, and associations.
History of Section.
G.L. 1923, ch. 401, § 44; P.L. 1935, ch. 2190, § 1; G.L. 1938, ch. 612, § 42; G.L.
1956, § 11-27-1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 11-27-1
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 11-27-1 cover?
Section 11-27-1 ("Law Practice") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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