Motion to Be Relieved as Counsel of Record
information is provided, except for the conclusion that there has been a breakdown of the attorney-client relationship.
A 1-2 day bench trial remains set for 6/15/26, at 8:45 am. The trial was specially set based on Attorney Young’s representations.
4 Oei vs. Abinante Motion to Be Relieved as Counsel of Record
The court GRANTS the unopposed Motion to Be Relieved as Counsel for Defendant MATTHEW ABINANTE filed by attorney R. SCOTT HARLAN (of HARLAN LEGAL, PC).
The court finds moving attorney meets the requirements set forth in Rule 3.1362 of the California Rules of Court.
The order shall not become effective until the filing of a Proof of service showing service of the order on the client.
Moving attorney to give notice and file a proof of service within 14 days.
Upcoming CMC
The court has reviewed the case file, including case management statements filed on 5/11/26. The case is not at-issue. Defendant MATTHEW ABINANTE has filed a demurrer and a motion to strike, which are set for hearing on 7/10/26.
The court CONTINUES the Case Management Conference to Monday, September 14, 2026, at 10:00 am in Dept W8. All appearing parties SHALL file and serve a new timely case management statement at least 15 calendar days prior to the continued hearing as required by the rules, including California Rules of Court rule 3.725 and Local Rule 369.
Plaintiff to give notice.
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