Local Rule 2091-1: ATTORNEYS – WITHDRAWALS

2091-1 ATTORNEYS – WITHDRAWALS

(a) Duty to Represent An attorney who represents a party in a bankruptcy case shall remain the responsible attorney of record for all purposes in the case until the case is closed, the attorney is relieved of representation by Court order, by substitution, or until such time as the attorney's duty to represent a party ceases by operation of law.

(b) Withdrawal

(1) An attorney who has entered an appearance in any bankruptcy case or adversary proceeding may not withdraw the appearance or have it stricken from the record, except by order on a motion.

(2) An attorney seeking withdrawal must make reasonable effort to give the client actual notice that:

(a) The attorney wishes to withdraw and the effective date of the withdrawal;

(b) The Court retains jurisdiction;

(c) The client has the burden of keeping the Court informed where notice, pleadings, or other papers may be served;

(d) The client has the obligation of preparing for hearing or trial if one has been set;

(e) If the client fails or refuses to meet the burdens of self-representation, the client may suffer possible default;

(f) The dates of any known future hearings, trials, or other proceedings;

(g) Service of process may be made upon the client at the client's last known address; and

(h) The client has the right to object immediately to attorney's intent to withdraw.