As amended through April 1, 2024
Rule 1.7.1 - Entry And Withdrawal Of Counsel(B) Withdrawal with Leave of Court:(1) Preferred Motion Procedure: An attorney who has given at least 20 days' notice to the client and all other parties of intent to file a motion to withdraw, and who has received no opposition to such motion, may file a Motion, as follows: (i) State that prior notice of intent to withdraw has been given to the client and all parties, the date on which such notice was given, the last known address of the client where the notice was sent, a copy of said notice, and the last known telephone number of the client.(ii) State all proceedings that are pending, if any, the nature of the pending proceedings, and the next date of any court proceeding.(iii) State that the attorney has sent to the client all court orders which require any action to be taken by the client.(2) Alternate Petition Procedure: A Petition requesting leave to withdraw an appearance shall: (i) State whether any court proceeding is pending, the nature of the pending proceeding, and the next court date of any proceeding;(ii) State that the attorney has sent to the client all prior court orders, if any, which require the client to take any action;(iii) Certify that the attorney served the client with all previous court orders, if any, which require the client to file documents, attend proceedings, or take any other action; and(iv) Include the last known address and telephone number of the client in both the proposed Preliminary Decree for Rule to Show Cause and a proposed final Order permitting withdrawal.