In re Dixon

Summary

The Supreme Court of Ohio imposed an interim suspension from the practice of law on Debra J. Dixon after receiving certification of her felony conviction. The order referred the matter for disciplinary investigation and imposed requirements concerning client notification, continuing legal education, reimbursement to the Clients’ Security Fund, and reinstatement.

Holdings

1. Upon certification of a judgment entry reflecting the respondent attorney's felony conviction, the Supreme Court of Ohio ordered the attorney suspended from the practice of law for an interim period and referred the matter to Disciplinary Counsel for investigation and commencement of disciplinary proceedings.
2. The suspended attorney must cease practicing law, satisfy continuing-legal-education and reinstatement requirements, reimburse applicable Clients' Security Fund awards, notify clients and opposing parties, protect and transfer client property, file compliance documentation, and comply with the court's procedural and service requirements.

Questions Presented

1. Whether certification of an attorney's felony-conviction judgment entry required or authorized the Supreme Court of Ohio to impose an interim suspension under Gov.Bar R. V(5)(A)(4).
2. What conditions and professional obligations should accompany the interim suspension.

Disposition

other