In re Revisions to Simplified Forms Pursuant to Rule 10-2.1(a) of the Rules Regulating the Florida Bar

Under Rule Regulating the Florida Bar 10-2.1(a), Unlicensed Practice of Law, non-lawyers may assist persons in filling out legal forms approved by the Florida Supreme Court. Since the implementation of this rule in 1987, The Florida Bar has developed, and the Court has approved, simplified forms for use by nonlawyers assisting third parties.1 The Board of Governors of The Florida Bar has filed a petition recommending amendments to several residential lease forms and the deletion of two residential lease forms formerly approved by the Court for use by nonlawyers. The Board explains that the…