Representation by Counsel

Any party may be represented in hearings before the arbitration panel by counsel. A party may appear without counsel, and shall be advised of such right and the right to retain counsel in a manner calculated to inform the person COL120106 CH. 10 MEDICAL M ALPRACTICE – MANDATORY ARBITRATION of the nature and complexity of a proceeding by a simple concise form to be distributed by the Association administering the arbitration.