California Notice Of Dismissal Of Attorney is a document used to officially notify an attorney that they are no longer representing a client. This document is typically used when a client wishes to end the attorney-client relationship and is required by the California Bar Association's Rules of Professional Conduct. There are two types of California Notice Of Dismissal Of Attorney: a Notice of Dismissal of Attorney Without Prejudice and a Notice of Dismissal of Attorney With Prejudice. A Notice of Dismissal of Attorney Without Prejudice, also known as a NOVA, is used when the client wishes to end the attorney-client relationship without prejudice and without incurring any penalties. This type of notice is typically used when an attorney has not provided satisfactory legal representation or when the client wishes to pursue legal representation elsewhere. A Notice of Dismissal of Attorney With Prejudice, also known as a NODE, is used when the client wishes to end the attorney-client relationship with prejudice and with penalties. This type of notice is typically used when an attorney has engaged in unethical or illegal behavior or when the client wishes to pursue legal action against the attorney. Both types of notices must include the names of all parties involved, dates and times of any meetings between the client and the attorney, and a clear statement of the client's intent to no longer utilize the attorney's services.