Rule 325 Duration of conservatorship

When a conservator is appointed to handle a lawyer's law practice under these rules, the appointment only lasts up to nine months. This gives the conservator a set amount of time to manage the practice, such as handling client files, finishing up cases, and making sure clients are taken care of.

If more time is needed, the conservator can ask the court for an extension. The court can grant one or more extensions, but each one can only last up to six months at a time. The conservator has to show good cause for why more time is needed.

When a judge grants an extension, they can't just approve it without explanation. The court's order has to include specific facts that support why the extension is necessary. This keeps the process accountable and makes sure conservatorships don't drag on without a clear reason.