So I just had a client tell me their asylum case is fabricated, and can't I help prepare the person for court. My initial reaction, fire the client. I'm not that kind of atty. But I hear so many talk about finding a balance and not turning ppl away bc ultimately they need a defense and who knows what will come up along the way. How would you handle? How do you find the balance btwn not turning clients away but not being unethical?

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This isn’t one of those borderline cases you need to withdraw representation immediately

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You have an ethical duty to withdraw. You cannot assist in defending a client where you are making an application for relief that you know is fraudulent.

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Thanks all! I'm going to withdraw. My fee agreement allows for me to keep 25% of the fee. Would you keep it, or just give it all back?

How would I word the motion to withdraw without prejudicing the client? The case is pending a master hearing. I haven't had this situation before, but I know the court requires good cause. How does one balance that with ethical responsibilities to not prejudice a current or former client's case?

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