California § 286 - When an attorney dies, or is removed or suspended, or ceases to act as such, a pa
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 286 — When an attorney dies, or is removed or suspended, or ceases to act as such, a pa, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 286. When an attorney dies, or is removed or suspended, or ceases to act as such, a pa
When an attorney dies, or is removed or suspended, or ceases to act as such, a party to an action, for whom he was acting as attorney, must, before any further proceedings are had against him, be required by the adverse party, by written notice, to appoint another attorney, or to appear in person.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 286
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 286 cover?
Section 286 ("When an attorney dies, or is removed or suspended, or ceases to act as such, a pa") 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 § 286?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 286" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 286 apply to my situation?
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