What is an attorney or appear date?

Jessica Burke

Jessica Burke is a licensed Vermont attorney and the founder of Burke Law. She obtained her undergraduate degree from Boston College in Political Science, and then received her law degree from Washington & Lee Law School. After law school she worked with several top law firms before settling in Vermont and building her own practice. In addition to being licensed to practice law in the state of Vermont, she also holds a State Bar certification in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, among others. She specializes in criminal defense, including DUI defense, homicides, and sex crimes.

An attorney or appear date is a court date given by the court to provide a defendant time to hire a criminal defense attorney.

The attorney or appear date requires a defendant to either hire an attorney or appear before the court and explain why the defendant hasn’t hired an attorney.

Once you a hire an attorney your attorney will notice her appearance pursuant to Vermont Rule of Criminal Procedure 44.2. Once your attorney notices her appearance then the attorney or appear date will be canceled and you will not need to appear.

If you continue not to hire an attorney the Vermont Superior Court judge presiding over your case may force you to move forward with your case without an attorney.

Contact us today to set up a free consultation with one of the experienced Vermont criminal defense attorneys Burke Law.

Vermont DCF Court Cases In a Nutshell – What to Expect

May 19, 2022 No Comments

When Vermont DCF gets involved with your family, it can be nerve-racking for everyone. If DCF starts a court case involving you and your family, you can become incredibly uncertain about what will happen next.

How to File a Restraining Order in Vermont

May 11, 2022 No Comments

In Vermont, you can apply for a “sexual assault or stalking protective order,” which is what is commonly referred to as a “Restraining Order.” The sexual assault or stalking protective order is an order from

Stalking Protective Order VS. Relief From Abuse Order

May 11, 2022 No Comments

What is a Stalking Protective Order? A Stalking Protective Order is a civil court order, which protects a victim from someone who is NOT a family or household member who has stalked the victim. 12

Relief From Abuse Order vs. Domestic Assault

May 11, 2022 No Comments

An RFA is a civil court document that intends to stop violent, harassing and threatening behavior by preventing the abuser from having contact or communication with the victim. 15 V.S.A. § 1101. Domestic Assault is

woman holding her baby in the air as the sun sets over a body of water behind her

5 Things to Know About Parental Rights and Responsibilities (PR&R) in Vermont

March 27, 2022 No Comments

In Vermont, child custody agreements are called Parental Rights & Responsibilities (PR&R) orders. You can always consult an attorney if you have questions about child custody related issues. Here are some basic things you’ll want

5 Questions Answered About DCF and CHINS Cases in Vermont

March 27, 2022 No Comments

Being involved with DCF and/or a CHINS court case can be extremely stressful for families. Those involved should absolutely speak with a defense attorney as soon as possible. Here are some common questions answered about

I Was Served With a Temporary RFA Order in Vermont – Now What?

March 26, 2022 No Comments

If you have been served with a Vermont Relief from Abuse Order, or with a notice of hearing, you are the Defendant. You should immediately contact an attorney at Burke Law to review the temporary

Tips for Remote RFA Hearings Due to Covid-19

March 26, 2022 1 Comment

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many court hearings have become remote, including Relief From Abuse hearings. That means that the hearing will be conducted online or over the phone. Follow these tips to prepare for

How to File an Relief From Abuse (RFA) Order in Vermont

March 25, 2022 No Comments

In Vermont, a Relief From Abuse Order, or “RFA,” is an order from the court which is used to stop violent, harassing and threatening behavior. First, determine if an RFA is right for you. If

What is an attorney or appear date?

Jessica Burke

The attorney or appear date requires a defendant to either hire an attorney or appear before the court and explain why the defendant hasn’t hired an attorney.

Let's Talk