From Law Office of Russell D. Knight – My Divorce Lawyer Filed A Motion To Withdraw In Chicago, Illinois. Now what? explores what happens when your divorce attorney steps away mid‑case, and how you can safeguard your interests in that tricky transition.

In this episode, we’ll unpack the rules under the Illinois Rules of Professional Conduct 1.16 and corresponding Illinois Supreme Court Rule 13(c) that allow an attorney in Illinois to withdraw—why it happens, how it works, and what that means for your case moving forward.

You’ll hear about practical next steps: how your lawyer must file a motion, you may get a 21‑day window to retain new counsel or appear yourself, what happens if you do nothing, and why maintaining momentum in your divorce matter remains essential—even if your attorney changes.

Finally, we’ll help you consider questions like: When might it still make sense to stay the course? What qualifies as a good cause for withdrawal? And what you should look for in hiring new counsel or navigating the case yourself in the aftermath of an attorney’s departure. The goal: empowering you to move forward with clarity, confidence, and control.

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