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The Federal Rule for Motion to Withdraw as Counsel is governed by Rule 1.16 of the Model Rules of Professional Conduct, which allows an attorney to withdraw from representing a client under specific circumstances. These include situations where the representation would result in a violation of the law or ethical rules, if the client fails to fulfill an obligation to the lawyer, or if the lawyer's continued representation would cause significant harm. The attorney must also provide notice to the client and the court, and withdrawal must not adversely affect the client's interests. Ultimately, the court must approve the motion to withdraw, ensuring that it does not disrupt the legal process.

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