18.3.—(1) A solicitor may apply for an order declaring that he or she has ceased to be the solicitor acting for a party.
(2) Where an application is made under this rule—
(a)the solicitor must serve the application notice on the party for whom the solicitor is acting, unless the court directs otherwise; and
(b)the application must be supported by evidence.
(3) Where the court makes an order that a solicitor has ceased to act, the solicitor must—
(a)serve a copy of the order on every other party to the proceedings; and
(b)file a certificate of service.