In re Resignation of Evans

Summary

The Supreme Court of Ohio accepted Jonathan Paul Evans's resignation from the practice of law with disciplinary action pending. The order withdrew his right to practice, required removal of his name from the roll of attorneys, and imposed client-notification, file-transfer, refund, compliance, and potential Clients' Security Fund reimbursement obligations.

Holdings

1. The court accepted Evans's resignation as a resignation with disciplinary action pending pursuant to Gov.Bar R. V(11)(G)(3).
2. Upon acceptance of the resignation, Evans's rights and privileges to practice law in Ohio were withdrawn, his name was ordered stricken from the roll of attorneys, and he was prohibited from practicing law or holding himself out as an authorized Ohio attorney.
3. The court required Evans to reimburse qualifying Clients' Security Fund awards, notify clients and opposing parties, transfer client papers and property, refund unearned fees, account for trust property, file compliance documentation, and comply with related recordkeeping and address requirements.

Questions Presented

1. Whether Evans's resignation from the practice of law should be accepted as a resignation with disciplinary action pending.
2. What conditions and practice restrictions should accompany acceptance of the resignation.

Disposition

other