L.A.R. Misc. 109.1: Trial Counsel to Continue Representation on Appeal
Local Appellate Rules and Internal Operating Procedures of the Third Circuit — L.A.R. Misc. 109.0 Counsel in Direct Criminal Appeals
Trial counsel in criminal cases, whether retained or appointed, are expected to continue on appeal absent extraordinary circumstances. After the entry of an order of judgment, counsel will not be permitted to withdraw from a direct criminal appeal without specific leave of this court. Trial counsel not members of the bar of this court must promptly move for admission pursuant to 3d Cir. L.A.R. 46.1.
Notes
3d Cir. L.A.R. Misc. 109.1 is designed to remind trial counsel in criminal cases that they are expected to continue the representation of their clients through appeal. "Trial counsel" includes counsel who have represented a client at pretrial, plea or sentencing proceedings.