Can counsel withdraw mid-resolution of case for client's inability to remit if the client has paid all previous invoices promply?

Answer 1

Typically, counsel may withdraw at any time after initially filing a client's paperwork, or filing a Notice of Appearance on a client's behalf, and can do so for any reason. The catch, however, is that counsel must notify the court and receive clearance from the presiding judge in order to withdraw. Judge's (good ones anyway) don't really care for attorneys withdrawing from cases simply for financial reasons, although a skilled attorney can circumvent a judge's bias with a well-crafted Notice of Withdrawal.

Keep in mind that this answer only applies in a case in which paperwork has already been filed with the court, on your behalf, by the attorney in question. If no paperwork has yet been filed by the attorney, probably the only avenue available to recoup any funds would be in small claims court, though you may have some success by reporting the issue to the state bar in which the attorney practices. The bar will investigate the matter, and perhaps take action against the attorney.

Good luck!