Vermont § 7510 - Legal assistance

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§ 7510. Legal assistance

  • (a)(1) A contract for Ombudsman services shall require the Ombudsman program to secure adequate
    legal counsel that is available, has competencies relevant to the legal needs of the
    Ombudsman program and of residents, and is without conflict of interest, in order
    to: (A) provide consultation and representation as needed to enable the Ombudsman program
    to protect the health, safety, welfare, and rights of residents; and (B) provide consultation or representation, or both, as needed to assist the Ombudsman
    and representatives of the Office in the performance of their official functions,
    responsibilities, and duties, including complaint resolution and systems advocacy. (2) Notwithstanding the provisions of subdivision (1) of this subsection, if the Ombudsman
    or representatives of the Office are State employees, the Office of the Attorney General
    shall provide legal representation and advice to the Ombudsman and the representatives
    of the Office.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 7510

What does Vermont Statutes Online § 7510 cover?

Section 7510 ("Legal assistance") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Vermont § 7510?

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