Conversion to Part Time COP

A CA firm partner is considering converting their Certificate of Practice (COP) to part-time to join an industry role. This raises questions about whether the firm can continue operating, if the firm's name (a combination of partners' names) will be affected, and the procedure for converting a COP to part-time status. The responses suggest potential challenges, including the partner's eligibility for partnership and the need for special permission from the ICAI, which may not be granted.