Request And Order For Court Appointed Appellate Counsel {JC 81}

JC 81 - REQUEST FOR APPOINTMENT OF APPELLATE COUNSEL (Child Protection). This form is used by individuals in child protection cases to request court-appointed appellate counsel when they cannot afford one. The form must be filed within 21 days of the order being appealed or within six months for non-appealable orders. The applicant declares their intent to appeal, states financial inability to pay for legal services and transcripts, and completes a financial schedule detailing income, assets, expenses, and obligations. The court may verify financial information to determine eligibility and may require partial reimbursement for attorney and transcript costs if feasible. Approved, SCAO. MCR 3.993. www.FormsWorkflow.com