RULE No. 23 – DUTIES OF ATTORNEYS

(A) Notice of Representation.

It shall be the duty of any attorney in any proceeding to promptly notify the Court in writing when entering an appearance for a party.

(B) Withdrawal or Change of Counsel.

It shall be the duty of any attorney in any proceeding to promptly notify the Court in writing when a withdrawal or change of counsel occurs, with proof of service on all parties, including the affected client.

(C) Permission to Withdraw.

Notwithstanding subdivision (A) of this rule, an attorney cannot withdraw from any criminal or traffic case unless counsel first requests in writing and receives the Court’s permission for such withdrawal. Any request to withdraw must be in writing and be filed with the court at least seven (7) calendar days before the next scheduled hearing and shall contain:

(1) the reasons for the motion;

(2) a certificate of service to opposing counsel and the client;

(3) the date and time of the next court appearance;

(4) a statement from counsel that if the motion is granted, a copy will be mailed by counsel to the clients at their last known address, including a conformation of previously scheduled court hearing(s).

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