In re Anderson

Summary

The Georgia Supreme Court addresses Benjamin Scott Anderson's petition for voluntary discipline arising from his failure to complete three client matters, communicate adequately, and timely refund unearned fees. The Court imposes a 12-month suspension, with reinstatement conditioned on treatment compliance, recovery-program participation, and restitution to clients.

Holdings

1. A 12-month suspension was the appropriate sanction for Anderson's admitted violations of Rules 1.3, 1.4, 1.16(d), and 9.2 of the Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct.
2. Reinstatement after the 12-month suspension was conditioned on proof of compliance with the treatment, recovery-program participation, and client-restitution requirements described in the petition and imposed in connection with the suspension.

Questions Presented

1. What disciplinary sanction and reinstatement conditions were appropriate for Anderson's admitted violations of the Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct?

Disposition

other