Scott v. Pfizer Pharmaceutical

Filing 38

ORDER by Judge Charles R. Breyer denying (37) Motion to Appoint Counsel in case 3:12-cv-02033-CRB. (crblc1, COURT STAFF) (Filed on 7/23/2012)

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IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT

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FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA

United States District Court
For the Northern District of California

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No. MDL 05-01699 CRB

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ORDER DENYING MOTION
REQUESTING APPOINTMENT OF
COUNSEL

IN RE BEXTRA AND CELEBREX
MARKETING, SALES PRACTICES AND
12 PRODUCT LIABILITY LITIGATION,
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This document relates to:

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Harril Glen Scott, 12-2033
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The Court is in receipt of pro se Plaintiff Harril Glen Scott’s Motion Requesting
Appointment of Counsel. See dkt. 37. There is no constitutional right to counsel in a civil
case. See United States v. 30.64 Acres of Land, 795 F.2d 796, 801 (9th Cir. 1986).
Although the Court recognizes that, as Plaintiff notes, it has the discretion to appoint counsel,
the Court does not find that appointment of counsel is appropriate in this case. Accordingly,
Plaintiff’s Motion is DENIED without prejudice.
IT IS SO ORDERED.

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Dated: July 20, 2012

CHARLES R. BREYER
UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE

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