Legal Question in Family Law in California

Change Attorney

I currently have an attorney who has handled my family law case; however, I no longer want him to represent me. I want to represent myself from this point forward. What do I need to do to represnt myself? What forms do i need to cvomplete?


Asked on 7/10/02, 3:26 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Lori Calvert The Law Offices of Lori D. Calvert

Re: Change Attorney

Hello- You need to fill out a Substitution of Attorney form and have your former attorney sign it and put yourself as the new attorney/in pro per.

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Answered on 7/10/02, 12:17 pm
Kelly Ryan Ryan Law Firm, PC

Re: Change Attorney

Following up on Ms. Calvert's response, your attorney normally will prepare the substitution of attorney for you. Most important is that you obtain a copy of your complete file at the time the substitution is made. Most offices will provide a copy at that time. Finally, you are entitled to your file even if your account is not fully paid or delinquent.

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Answered on 7/10/02, 2:12 pm


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