This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
The Chair takes a vote on the Request for Permission to Withdraw a Motion. If a majority of those present and voting are in favor of withdrawing the motion, then it is withdrawn.
LBR 2091-1(a) provides a procedure for an attorney to withdraw as counsel, and that withdrawal results in the client no longer being represented by an attorney. The former client is now considered to be a "Self-Represented Party".
The proposed order relieving counsel must be prepared on the Order Granting Attorney's Motion to Be Relieved as Counsel-Civil (form MC-053) and must be lodged with the court with the moving papers. The order must specify all hearing dates scheduled in the action or proceeding, including the date of trial, if known.
If in writing, the motion should be filed with a cover page labeled “MOTION TO WITHDRAW AS COUNSEL” and comply with the deadlines and requirements for filing. See Chapter 3 (Filing with the Immigration Court), Appendix E (Cover Pages).
Texas Administrative Code. (a) An attorney may withdraw from representing a party only if a written motion showing good cause for withdrawal is filed by the withdrawing attorney, the substituting attorney, or the client.