California § 284 - The attorney in an action or special proceeding may be changed at any time before
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§ 284. The attorney in an action or special proceeding may be changed at any time before
The attorney in an action or special proceeding may be changed at any time before or after judgment or final determination, as follows: 1. Upon the consent of both client and attorney, filed with the clerk, or entered upon the minutes; 2. Upon the order of the court, upon the application of either client or attorney, after notice from one to the other.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 284
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 284 cover?
Section 284 ("The attorney in an action or special proceeding may be changed at any time before") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 284?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 284 apply to my situation?
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