Does anyone know if a power of attorney is allowed in small claims court. This is a landlord/tenant situation
March 20th, 2011 | 
Author: My husband and I have a home we rented to a tenant. The home is in my mother-in-law name. She just signed a power of attorney over to my husband to represent the case. Is this allowed in New York courts.
Posted in Landlord Tenant Law
yes. the only thing not allowed in small claims court is lawyers.
A power of attorney can never permit a non-attorney to represent someone in court. Also, contrary to the first responder’s answer, attorneys are permitted in small claims court. However, they do not usually appear, as the fee permitted is usually ridiculous.