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Attorneys: SUBSTITUTION OF COUNSEL: Consensual

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2091-1(b):  Attorneys: SUBSTITUTION OF COUNSEL: Consensual

LBR 2091-1(b) provides the procedures to follow when a new attorney will represent a client, and this new representation is consented to by the client.  This process is called "Consensual Substitution of Counsel."

  • A new attorney may replace the current attorney. 
  • A new attorney may now represent a client who previously was a self-represented party. 

The court has a form substitution of attorney.  See link below.

A motion is not required.  A hearing is not required.

Section: 
Section 4 - Match Local Bankruptcy Rules with Forms
Section Number or LBR Number: 
2091-1(b)
Reference to Local Rules and/or Forms: 
Substitution of Attorney
Rule 2002-1 through 2091-1