Legal Definitions - withdrawal of counsel

Withdrawal of counsel refers to an attorney's decision to stop representing a client in a legal case. This can happen for various reasons, such as a conflict between the attorney and client over strategy or fees.

In most cases, the attorney needs permission from the court to withdraw from the case. This is usually done through a written motion that explains the reason for the withdrawal and whether the client agrees.

For example, if an attorney and client disagree on the best way to proceed with a case, the attorney may request to withdraw from the case. The attorney would need to explain the reason for the withdrawal and get the court's permission before they can stop representing the client.

Another example could be if a client is not paying their legal fees, the attorney may request to withdraw from the case due to non-payment. Again, the attorney would need to explain the reason for the withdrawal and get the court's permission before they can stop representing the client.