Current through August 12, 2025 (2026 Practice Book edition) · Last verified July 9, 2026
In one sentenceThis section applies the general rules on judgment files to family matters, and stops an attorney’s postjudgment withdrawal of appearance from taking effect until the judgment file requirements are met.
Full Text of Section 25-38
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The provisions of Sections 17-4, 17-9 and 17-43 shall apply to family matters as defined in Section 25-1. The provisions of Section 3-9 concerning withdrawal of appearance of an attorney 180 days after the entry of judgment shall not apply to family matters actions until the provisions of this section concerning the filing of judgment files have been satisfied.
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Amendment History
(P.B. 1998.)
Plain-English Summary
The general civil provisions on judgment files apply to family matters as Section 25-1 defines them.
The second sentence prevents a gap. The general rule allowing an attorney’s appearance to be withdrawn a set period after judgment does not apply in family cases until the judgment file requirements of this section have been satisfied — so counsel remains on the case until the paperwork that records the judgment is complete.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do the judgment file rules apply in Connecticut family cases?
Yes. The listed provisions on judgment files apply to family matters as defined in Section 25-1.
When can an attorney withdraw after a family judgment?
The general provision on withdrawal of appearance after judgment does not apply to family matters until the judgment file requirements of this section have been satisfied.
Source & verification. The section text is reproduced verbatim from the
official Connecticut Practice Book (Conn. Practice Book § 25-38). Prescribed by the Judges of the Superior Court of Connecticut (Conn. Gen. Stat. Section 51-14). The plain-English summary is original and written by us. Last verified July 9, 2026. ·
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