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Appearance and Withdrawal of Counsel

D. Alaska Local Criminal Rule 44.1

(a) Appearance In all criminal actions, counsel retained or appointed to represent the accused and appearing in a criminal case must promptly file a formal written appearance. (b) Withdrawal of Counsel An attorney who has appeared in the matter may withdraw only upon: (1) notice to the defendant and all parties; and (2) upon an order finding that good cause exists and granting leave to withdraw. (c) Continued Representation Pending Court Approval of Withdrawal Until leave to withdraw is granted, the retained or appointed attorney must continue to represent the defendant.
Official source: https://www.akd.uscourts.gov/sites/akd/files/local_rules/Local_Civil_Rules_10-2025.pdf · retrieved 2026-07-23