California Code
ARTICLE 2 - Representation and Assistance
Section 1297.351.

1297.351. The parties may appear in person or be represented or assisted by any person of their choice. A person assisting or representing a party need not be a member of the legal profession or licensed to practice law in California.

(Added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 23, Sec. 1. Effective March 7, 1988.)