Appearance by attorney

(1) Authorized. Every person of full age and sound mind may appear by attorney in every action or proceeding by or against the person in any court except felony actions, or may prosecute or defend the action or proceeding in person. (2) Service of notice. Upon the service of notice of appearance or retainer generally, by an attorney for any party, any other party may file the notice and have the appearance of the party entered as of the time when the notice was served. 39 (3) Substitution of attorneys. No order for the substitution of an attorney for a party may be made without consent signed by the party and his or her attorney; or for cause shown and upon such terms as shall be just, and on such notice as the court or judge shall direct. Lawyers should consult s. 802.045, stats., for guidance in limited scope representation situations. Wisconsin Committee Comment