Practice point: A lawyer may withdraw from representation if the client's conduct makes it unreasonably difficult for the lawyer to be effective, pursuant to Code of Professional Responsibility DR 2-110[c][1][iv]; 22 NYCRR 1200.15(c)(1)(iv).
Practitioners should note that a lawyer may withdraw if the client deliberately disregards an agreement or obligation as to expenses or fees, pursuant to Code of Professional Responsibility DR 2-110[C][1][f]; 22 NYCRR 1200.15(c)(1)(vi).
Case: Misek-Falkoff v. Metropolitan Tr. Auth., NY Slip Op 06168 (2d Dept. 2009)
The opinion is here.
Tomorrow’s issue: Motion practice.
