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title: When Should a Defense Attorney Withdraw From a Case?
slug: when-should-attorney-withdraw
article_type: Help Article
keywords: attorney withdrawal, client rights
url: https://www.nlada.org/defender-standards/performance-guidelines/black-letter
published_date: 2025-10-27T00:00:00
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A defense attorney should withdraw if they cannot provide quality representation, face a conflict of interest, or lack expertise or resources necessary for the case. Professional ethics govern withdrawal to protect client interests.nlada