Local Rule Rule 9010-2: APPEARANCE AND WITHDRAWAL OF APPEARANCE OF ATTORNEYS
Bankr. D.V.I. — Attorney rule
Rule 9010-2 APPEARANCE AND WITHDRAWAL OF APPEARANCE OF ATTORNEYS A. Notice of Appearance. A separate notice of appearance need not be filed by an attorney for an original party to an action or for an intervener. The signature of attorneys appearing on the first pleading or motion filed by a party shall constitute the entry of appearance for such attorneys and their law firms.
B. Withdrawal of Appearance. An attorney may withdraw an entry of appearance only with leave of Court, upon filing a written motion stating reasons for withdrawal and after reasonable notice to the client.
C. Appearance at Hearing Required. All parties filing a pleading shall appear for the scheduled hearing on the matter in which the pleading was filed unless such appearance has been excused by the Court.
D. Pro Se Litigants. Only natural persons may appear in court without counsel.
E. Child Support Creditors. Child support creditors need not appear by counsel provided, however, that they shall first complete and file LBF 19.