For
It respects personal freedom and choice.
Against
Most people do not understand the law and will harm their case.
Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.
“You have the right represent yourself in any case. It's called pro-se.”
“doesn't it seem a little unjust if you have no right to advocate on your own behalf in court?”
“Because you generally don't know the law nor court procedure.”
“people with no practice in litigation are going to do a terrible job making their case.”