Judge: Mark H. Epstein, Case: 23SMCV03245, Date: 2024-04-16 Tentative Ruling

Case Number: 23SMCV03245    Hearing Date: April 16, 2024    Dept: I

The motion to be relieved is GRANTED.  The court will set an OSC re: Striking of Answer in 45 days.  If defendant appears through counsel or if new counsel files a notice of appearance prior to that time, the OSC will be discharged.  Defense counsel, along with sending notice of the order allowing counsel to withdraw, should make sure to emphasize to the client that the client will be in default if new counsel is not retained.