Terminating Representation

What is Terminating Representation?

A lawyer must comply with applicable law requiring notice to or permission of a tribunal when terminating a representation. When ordered to do so by a tribunal, a lawyer shall continue representation notwithstanding good cause for terminating the representation. Rule 1.16(c)

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Ethics terms:

• Notice of Withdrawal
• False Evidence to Tribunal
• Candor Toward Tribunal and Disclosure of material Facts

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