Ackerman v. Southern Arizona Bank and Trust, 39 Ariz. 484, 7P.2d 484 (1932) An American Bar Association survey of Judges in 2010 discussing a potential correlation between the economic downturn and self-representation in courts, of note, 60% of the Judges surveyed indicated that fewer parties were being represented by counsel in court, and 62% of the Judges thought the outcomes were worse as a result of being self-represented. It is believed that self-representation led to the failure to prevent proper evidence – 94%, commission of procedural errors – 89%, ineffective witness examination – 85%, and failure to object to evidence – 81%.  These are very significant and devastating problems that face the self-representing litigant. Representing oneself can be disastrous.  Before embarking on that path, schedule a free initial consultation or visit our website www.simonlawgroupaz.com 480-745-2450 (602) 926-1212 (623) 321-5200]]>