In pursuing abatement, modification, or discharge, the Guardian Officer may seek outside legal assistance to represent the interests of the patient/resident. The Guardian Officer shall obtain such assistance whenever a court hearing on liability is to be requested or held. Free legal services shall be obtained whenever the patient/resident is eligible, such legal services are available, and the attorney is sufficiently acquainted with the legal questions involved.
55 Pa. Code § 11.88
This section cited in 55 Pa. Code § 11.87 (relating to abatement, modification or discharge of liability).