2007-01-09 09:27:37 · 5 answers · asked by BARBIE 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Yes and do it instantly. The trouble with these Yahoo questions on family law is that family law is different from state to state. You never see a divorce case in the U.S. Supreme Court or Fed'l Court except on the limited issue of fed'l retirement benefits. In my state, the lawyer would not have been allowed to withdraw a week before trial. This is an excellent reason for a continuance so ask for one instantly. Deliver a letter to the Judge asking for a continuance because your lawyer withdrew. Make sure you put the case name and number on the letter.
2007-01-09 10:03:47 · answer #1 · answered by David M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Family Court Judges have a lot of discretion. So, I think that it is going to depend on the circumstances behind your lawyer quitting your case, and your prior history.
If there is a good reason, it is reasonable, and it has not happened (much) in the past, the Judge will probably let you continue your case to allow you time to secure proper legal representation.
If, however, you have done this in the past; or do not have a good reason (like you did not pay your bill)... you can forget it.
2007-01-09 09:34:10 · answer #2 · answered by Badspe11er 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can always ask. If you get it or not will be up to the judge, but I suspect there will be no problem.
2007-01-09 09:59:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure can;unusual circumstances.
2007-01-09 09:31:08 · answer #4 · answered by Arthur W 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think so
2007-01-09 09:30:47 · answer #5 · answered by Shibi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋