Eli5 why is it always bad for a lawyer to represent themself in court?

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I understand why normal people shouldn’t, but why shouldn’t lawyers represent themselves?

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Your credibility is everything in front of a jury.

If you are the one getting sued, it’s not unusual for your character to be attacked and your credibility being questioned by opposing counsel.

If the jury questions your character and your credibility goes down the drain it’s basically impossible to win.

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