Court Permits Withdrawal of Four Attorneys Without Formal Motion in Civil Case

On December 29, 2025, District Judge Terry F. Moorer approved the withdrawal of attorneys Kathleen R. Kerner, Joshua Wolberg, Elisha N.

Hawk, and Robert K. Jenner from representing the plaintiff. These attorneys had served as local counsel in a prior court but notified the Clerk of Court that they would not seek admission or pro hac vice status in the Southern District of Alabama.

The court relied on General Local Rule 83.3(h) to permit their withdrawal without requiring a formal motion.

The withdrawal came after new counsel entered an appearance for the plaintiff, which the court found sufficient to maintain continuous legal representation. This procedural step avoids any gap in counsel that could delay proceedings. The order does not address the underlying merits or claims in the case but focuses solely on the status of counsel.

The identities of the new counsel have not been publicly disclosed in the order. The case remains active, but no further docket entries or filings have been reported as of this writing. The court’s decision streamlines the transition between legal teams and confirms compliance with local rules governing attorney admissions and withdrawals.

Judge Moorer’s order shows the importance of formal appearances in federal litigation and the court’s willingness to allow withdrawals when new counsel promptly appears. This procedural clarity helps prevent unnecessary delays and ensures that parties remain properly represented throughout the litigation.

No substantive rulings or motions on the merits have been issued alongside this order. The case docket has not been updated with a cause number or filing date publicly available, limiting insight into the broader context or claims involved.