PART 42CHANGE OF SOLICITOR

Order that a solicitor has ceased to actI142.3

1

A solicitor may apply for an order declaring that he has ceased to be the solicitor acting for a party.

2

Where an application is made under this rule—

a

notice of the application must be given to the party for whom the solicitor is acting, unless the court directs otherwise; and

b

the application must be supported by evidence.

3

Where the court makes an order that a solicitor has ceased to act—

a

a copy of the order must be served on every party to the proceedings; and

b

if it is served by a party or the solicitor, the party or the solicitor (as the case may be) must file a certificate of service.