Mostly anyone can be selected to counsel someone in a court of law. Most small claims courts restrict the use of lawyers as legal representation.
Most of the work takes place before any court date,...
A lawyer is subject to ethical rules when deciding whether to take a case. In a situation where he is a criminal defense lawyer and the defendant is a friend or family member, he needs to consider...
A defensive front kick to the sternum area. They may have a knife. Also getting out of the way is always a good option. If they are coming low a sprawl on top of them works if executed properly.
Belief in the system that provides the rights for the accused--no doubt, if someone is guilty, the public entity should prove it, and prove it by means that respect the system in place.