Legal Question in Family Law in California

Withdraw of attorney

In my spousal support proceedings my attorney has burnt through all my money and ran up a $30,000 bill. He's known for several months that 3 months ago I ran out of money. He and I both knew it was beyond my means. I'm 3 weeks from a court date and he wants to withdraw because of non payment even though he knew my financial state. This will mean that I have to go to court without representation. Can he do this? Is it ethical? What recourse do I have? Can he petition the court to withdraw based on this? What are the chances that he'd win?


Asked on 8/01/08, 8:09 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Mccoy Law Office Of Robert McCoy

Re: Withdraw of attorney

Non-payment of attorney fees is a valid reason for withdrawal. You will have to represent yourself in the spousal support matter. You may contact the family law facilitator at the courthouse to assist you with any forms you may need to file.

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Answered on 8/01/08, 3:29 pm


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