A defendant who loses in the small claims court can appeal to the superior court and obtain a new hearing. Although (with limited exceptions) lawyers cannot take part in the conduct or defense of a small claims trial, lawyers may represent parties in a small claims appeal. (Code Civ. Proc., § 116.530.)
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