Motion To Withdraw Feb 2024-Ryan

Fulton County Superior Court
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Date: 2/8/2024 4:34 PM
Che Alexander, Clerk
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF FULTON COUNTY

STATE OF GEORGIA
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STATE OF GEORGIA )
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v. ) INDICTMENT NO. 22SC183572
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RODALIUS RYAN Jr. Et al. , ) JUDGE GLANVILLE
Defendant. )
MOTION TO WITHDRAW AS COUNSEL

Comes now ANGELA D’WILLIAMS, attorney of record for Rodalius Ryan Jr., in this matter,
and respectfully requests leave to withdraw under the provisions of Rule 4.3 of the Uniform
Superior Court Rules of Georgia. The undersigned has given her client due written notice of this
intention to withdraw prior to submitting this request to the Court, as shown by the attached
notification certificate.
Counsel is appointed to this case, and Georgia Public Defender Council, henceforth known as
“GPDC” and/or Fulton County sent a letter to the GPDC and the board. (Exhibit A). Counsel
informed GPDC of the unforeseen hardships that counsel has encountered because of the length
and commitment this trial requires. Counsel has been actively engaged in the trial phase of this
case since on or about December, 2022. The State has estimated that they will call approximately
four hundred witnesses and at present time, only thirty-five witnesses have given their testimony
in the past nine weeks. Counsel has lost her physical office because of this trial and will likely
continue to lose her livelihood. The Georgia Public Defender Council employee Natalie Glaser,
responded with the attached response. (Exhibit B.). GPDC has stated they will find another
attorney to substitute counsel and continue this trial that is slated to continue well into 2025. After
talks with Mr. Rodalius Ryan, he is opposed to a Substitution of Counsel and will not waive his
write to counsel whom has already been appointed.
In accordance therewith, the undersigned certifies that Rodalius Ryan Jr., is further informed under
the above Rule
a. The Fulton County Superior Court retains jurisdiction of this matter;
b. Defendant has the burden of keeping the Court informed of his current address for the service
of notices, pleadings, or other papers;
c. Defendant has the obligation to prepare to go forward with his case with appointed counsel;
d. If Defendant fails or refuses to meet these obligations, he may suffer adverse consequences
including the entry of judgment against them.
e. Defendant must file any objections within ten days from the date of this filing, or come to this
Motion hearing to have his objection heard regarding this motion.
Wherefore, the undersigned Angela D’Williams respectfully requests that an Order be entered
permitting her to withdraw as attorney of record for Rodalius Ryan Jr. over client’s objection.
This 8th day of February, 2024.
/s/Angela D'Williams
Angela D'Williams
Georgia Bar No. 927657
Attorney for Defendant Rodalius Ryan Jr.
Supreme Law Firm

722 Collins Hill Road
Suite=H391
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
angela@supremelf.com
STATE OF GEORGIA
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STATE OF GEORGIA )
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Defendant. )
PROPOSED ORDER PERMITTING/DENYING WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY
Counsel for the Defendant having submitted the Motion to Withdraw as attorney of record for
Rodalius Ryan Jr., over Mr. Ryan’s objection and grant the substitution of counsel that Georgia
Public Defender Council has appointed to continue this case, and it appearing that all
requirements have/have not been met, therefore the Motion is hereby GRANTED/DENIED.
So ORDERED this _____ day of __________, 20__.
_________________________________________
Honorable JUDGE URAL GLANVILLE
Superior Court of Fulton County
Prepared by: Angela D’Williams

STATE OF GEORGIA
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STATE OF GEORGIA )
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Defendant. )
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
The undersigned Angela D’Williams hereby certifies as follows:

1. The undersigned intends to withdraw as attorney of record for Rodalius Ryan Jr..
2. The undersigned has complied with notification requirements by hand delivery to the client
because she sits next to the client every day during trial.
Respectfully Submitted, this 8th day of February, 2024.
Angela D'Williams
EXHIBIT A
722 Collins Hill

Angela D’Williams, Esq. Suite H-391
Rd
O: 770-668-6239 Lawrenceville, GA 30046
February 5th, 2024
GA Public Defenders Council

270 Washington St SW.
Suite 6079
Atlanta, GA 30334
RE: Request for Additional Funding in Ongoing RICO Trial
Dear Georgia Public Defender Council,
I hope this letter finds you well. As you are aware, this case has been in trial for
an extended period, having commenced 13 months ago. The proceedings have been
particularly demanding, with court days often stretching from 9 am to 6 pm, leaving
minimal time for other professional responsibilities.
I want to express my appreciation for the increase of compensation to $5,000 a

month, with a cap of $55,000, to all appointed attorneys in March of 2023. The
additional compensation, provided at that time, greatly assisted in lowering the stress and
concern of meeting the demands of the case and ensuring effective representation for my
client. However, as the trial has progressed, I am the only appointed counsel left on this
case. I am facing unforeseen challenges that necessitate a reconsideration of the
budgetary allocation for extended trials in GA.
I am not able to take on new clients because I am either in court for this trial, or
outside of court working on this case, the majority of my time. As such, I am not able to
earn a livable wage, while representing Mr. Ryan in this trial.
Despite initial commitments outlined in the contract signed in 2023, it has
become increasingly evident that the circumstances surrounding this case are
exceptional. The complexities involved and the unanticipated length of the trial have
placed an extraordinary burden on me as a sole practitioner. As the sole remaining
appointed attorney in this matter, I have diligently adhered to the contractual agreement,
but the unique nature of this case has created an undeniable need for additional financial
support.
Also, as the sole appointed counsel in this trial, allocating funds should be easier.
This case has been a learning curve for all parties involved when it comes to addressing a
RICO trial. As such, the likelihood of a trial lasting this long is not likely. Recently,
another high profile RICO case was able to end with all defendants taking reasonable
pleas. I would like to believe that part of the consideration of those offers were because
of the length and challenges of this ongoing trial.
I have exhausted personal resources to maintain the high standards of legal

representation expected in such a significant and challenging case.
I understand the constraints associated with budgetary considerations, and I assure you
that I am not making this request without taking that into consideration.
I kindly request that you review the current financial situation of the case and
consider a supplemental allocation. Your support will not only ensure the continued
effective representation of Rodalius Ryan, but also uphold the integrity of the legal
system by ensuring that every defendant receives a fair and just trial.
Thank you for your time and consideration of this matter. I am more than willing
to discuss this request further or provide any additional information that may assist in
your decision-making process.
Sincerely,
Angela D'Williams
Attorney at Law
EXHIBIT B
Angela D'Williams <angela@supremelf.com>
Fulton County RICO Case- YSL

Natalie Glaser <NGlaser@gapubdef.org> Thu, Feb 8, 2024 at 12:21 PM
To: Angela D'Williams <angela@supremelf.com>
Good Afternoon Ms. D’Williams,
GPDC is in receipt of your letter requesting supplemental funds in the representation of your client in the
YSL trial. GPDC has worked to accommodate the unusual circumstance of this trial by first doubling our
traditional pay and then, subsequently, asking the Council to create a new policy surrounding the treatment
of trials that last for an extended period of time (over 15 consecutive business days). The policy was
approved and has been communicated to the legislature as part of our budget. We are unable to
accommodate a third increase in our contractual relationship with you that would exceed the new policy.
Thank you for keeping the Council and the Agency aware of the situation and we appreciate the work that
you are doing on behalf of the client. If you find yourself unable to continue the representation, please let
me know as soon as possible so that I can arrange to have an attorney available to substitute into the case.
Thanks,
Natalie
Natalie Glaser
Chief Legal Officer
Georgia Public Defender Council
270 Washington St.
Suite 5198
Atlanta, GA 30334
470-597-1864 (work cell)

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Fulton County Superior Court

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF FULTON COUNTY

MOTION TO WITHDRAW AS COUNSEL

This 8th day of February, 2024.

Supreme Law Firm

PROPOSED ORDER PERMITTING/DENYING WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY

So ORDERED this _ day of ____, 20.

Prepared by: Angela D’Williams

The undersigned Angela D’Williams hereby certifies as follows:

Respectfully Submitted, this 8th day of February, 2024.

722 Collins Hill

February 5th, 2024

GA Public Defenders Council

RE: Request for Additional Funding in Ongoing RICO Trial

Dear Georgia Public Defender Council,

I want to express my appreciation for the increase of compensation to $5,000 a

I have exhausted personal resources to maintain the high standards of legal

Fulton County RICO Case- YSL

Good Afternoon Ms. D’Williams,

Georgia Public Defender Council

270 Washington St.

470-597-1864 (work cell)

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