Legal Counsel Withdrawal Stipulation

LEGAL COUNSEL WITHDRAWAL STIPULATION

This Legal Counsel Withdrawal Stipulation (Stipulation) is entered into by and between Counsel Name: , on behalf of Counsel Firm: , and Client Name: , in the matter styled Case Name: , Case No.: , pending before Court Name: . The parties agree as follows effective as of: .

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Counsel is presently counsel of record for Client in the above-captioned matter and has undertaken representation of Client on the terms set forth in an engagement agreement between Client and Counsel; and

WHEREAS, Counsel has requested leave to withdraw from representation for the reason(s) set forth below and Client has been informed of the implications of withdrawal and of the options available to Client to obtain successor counsel or to proceed pro se;

WHEREAS, the parties desire to set forth their agreement regarding the orderly withdrawal of Counsel and the transfer of case materials, client file, and responsibilities pending further order of the court.

NOW THEREFORE

In consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, Counsel and Client agree as follows.

1. WITHDRAWAL OF COUNSEL

Counsel shall seek leave of court to withdraw as counsel of record in the above-captioned matter and shall take all reasonable steps to secure an order of withdrawal. Counsel represents that Counsel has complied with all professional obligations to provide reasonable notice to Client and to avoid foreseeable prejudice to Client's interests. Counsel's withdrawal is requested for the following reason(s):

Counsel shall not take any action that materially affects the substantive rights of Client prior to the effective date of withdrawal except as required to preserve Client's position and comply with court-ordered deadlines.

2. CLIENT ACKNOWLEDGMENTS AND ELECTION

Client acknowledges receipt of the case file and the opportunity to obtain substitute counsel. Client elects (check all that apply):

Client will retain successor counsel and has been provided reasonable time to do so.

Client intends to proceed pro se (self-represented) unless and until successor counsel appears.

If Client has retained successor counsel, provide successor counsel contact information: Successor Counsel Name:

3. CASE MATERIALS AND CLIENT FILE

Upon execution of this Stipulation and subject to court approval, Counsel shall deliver the client file, including originals and copies reasonably necessary for the client's representation, to Client or to Client's successor counsel. Counsel shall retain a copy of the file as permitted by applicable law. If Client requests originals of any documents, Client shall specify those documents in writing and Counsel shall make reasonable efforts to deliver them.

4. FEES, COSTS AND LIEN RIGHTS

Client acknowledges the following outstanding balance for fees and costs incurred through the date of this Stipulation: Outstanding Balance: .

Counsel asserts any charging lien or retaining lien permitted by law for unpaid fees and costs, to the extent applicable, and agrees to take no action to enforce such lien without providing Client reasonable notice and an opportunity to cure.

5. COURT FILINGS, DEADLINES, AND CONTINUANCES

Counsel shall prepare and file with the court a stipulated form of order or motion seeking withdrawal, as required by local rules, and shall serve relevant parties. Where possible and necessary to avoid prejudice to Client, Counsel shall seek reasonable continuances of imminent deadlines to permit Client or successor counsel to appear and prepare.

6. CONFIDENTIALITY AND PRIVILEGE

All communications, work product, and privileged materials created in the course of Counsel's representation remain subject to attorney-client privilege and applicable confidentiality obligations. Counsel shall not disclose privileged matter without Client's express written consent, except as permitted or required by law.

7. NOTICES

Notices required or permitted under this Stipulation shall be in writing and shall be deemed given when delivered personally or mailed by certified mail to the addresses set forth above, or to such other address as a party may designate by written notice.

8. COURT APPROVAL; EFFECTIVENESS

The parties acknowledge that Counsel's withdrawal may be subject to the approval of the presiding court. This Stipulation is intended to govern the parties' allocation of responsibilities irrespective of the court's action; however, it shall become effective with respect to the parties upon execution and shall become fully operative upon entry of any required court order granting withdrawal.

9. REPRESENTATIONS

Each party represents and warrants that the individual signing this Stipulation on its behalf is duly authorized to execute this Stipulation, that the execution and performance of this Stipulation does not violate any other agreement or duty, and that no material information has been withheld that would reasonably affect the other party's decision to enter this Stipulation.

10. GOVERNING LAW

This Stipulation shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to conflicts of law principles.

11. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; AMENDMENT; WAIVER

This Stipulation constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior written or oral agreements. This Stipulation may be amended only by a written instrument signed by both parties. No waiver of any provision of this Stipulation shall be effective unless in writing and signed by the party against whom it is asserted.

12. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this Stipulation is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Stipulation shall remain in full force and effect and shall be interpreted to give effect to the parties' intent.

13. COUNTERPARTS

This Stipulation may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. Facsimile or electronically transmitted signatures shall be treated as original signatures for all purposes.

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