A client may discharge an attorney at any time with or without cause. However, when a client discharges an attorney without cause, the attorney is entitled to recover compensation from the client measured by the fair and reasonable value of the services rendered whether that be more or less than the amount provided in the contract or retainer agreement (Lai Ling Cheng v Modansky Leasing Co.,
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