In the Matter of Carl S. Von Mehren

Summary

The Supreme Court of Georgia accepted Carl S. Von Mehren’s petition for voluntary discipline after finding admitted violations of Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct 1.3, 1.15(I)(a), and 1.16(d). The Court imposed a six-month suspension based on deficiencies in maintaining escrow funds and records and failing to protect a client’s interests during termination of representation.

Holdings

1. The court accepted Von Mehren's petition for voluntary discipline.
2. A six-month suspension from the practice of law was an appropriate sanction for Von Mehren's admitted violations.

Questions Presented

1. Whether the Supreme Court should accept Von Mehren's petition for voluntary discipline.
2. Whether a six-month suspension was an appropriate sanction for violations of Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct 1.3, 1.15 (I) (a), and 1.16 (d).

Disposition

other