
	These summaries were prepared by McGuireWoods LLP lawyer Thomas E. Spahn. They are based on the letter opinions issued by the Virginia State Bar. Any editorial comments reflect Mr. Spahn's current personal views, and not the opinions of the Virginia State Bar, McGuireWoods or its clients.

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36-Withdrawal from Representations

A lawyer representing another lawyer in disciplinary proceedings may continue the representation even after being elected to Bar Council if the court has refused permission to withdraw from the representation. [This was overruled by the Disciplinary Rules.]