Form 8-6

Client’s Receipt for File

I acknowledge that I have terminated the attorney-client relationship existing between me and the law firm of [name of firm]. The termination was my desire and personal choice, and I have been informed that the case is set for trial for the week of [specify].

I acknowledge that the firm is not authorized to take any further action on my behalf. I further acknowledge that as of this date my file has been released to me and that the law firm is no longer in possession of any documents, pleadings, or potential evidentiary instruments, though I understand that the firm may retain copies of the contents of my file.

I further acknowledge that I am still liable for the outstanding balance of [number] dol­lars ($[amount]) that is due and owing to the law firm.

I further acknowledge that I have been informed that I presently owe no money to the law firm of [name of firm], that all fees that were due and owing have been paid, and that all expenses incurred in connection with the representation of this case have been satisfied.

SIGNED on ___________________________________.

   
[Name of client]