Application to Be Relieved as Attorney on Completion of Limited Scope Representation

Judicial Council of California · Civil

Verified current as of August 1, 2026

This form allows an attorney to formally end their limited scope representation of a client and withdraw from the case once their specific, agreed-upon legal services are complete. Clients and attorneys use this form to officially terminate a limited representation arrangement—such as helping with document preparation, court appearances, or advice on a specific issue like custody, eviction, or divorce—without the attorney having to remain on the case for all remaining legal matters.