In accordance with Local Rule. In the disengagement letter, the lawyer should warn the client of applicable time limitations, deadlines, and uncompleted investigation or casework.This will bring you to a page where you will be asked to select the reason for the withdrawal. The court has placed the most commonly used forms on line as a resource. Please be advised that the forms detailed below are intended to be a guide. In this article, we'll explain when and how you should terminate your lawyer-client relationship. We'll even provide a sample termination letter. Be Clear: Be direct and get straight to the point. Clearly state that you are terminating the attorney and briefly state the reasons why. It has been a pleasure to represent you for the past (time period) in (identify the legal matter).