In re Resignation of Zaremsky

Summary

The Supreme Court of Ohio accepted Michael Lee Zaremsky’s resignation from the practice of law while disciplinary action was pending. The order withdrew his practice privileges, struck his name from the roll of attorneys, and imposed obligations concerning client notification, property, fees, records, and potential reimbursement to the Clients’ Security Fund.

Holdings

1. The court accepted Zaremsky's resignation as an attorney and counselor at law with disciplinary action pending pursuant to Gov.Bar R. V(11)(G)(3).
2. Upon acceptance of the resignation, Zaremsky's rights and privileges to practice law in Ohio were withdrawn, and he was prohibited from holding himself out as an attorney or performing services requiring a licensed Ohio attorney.
3. Zaremsky was required to surrender his certificate of admission, have his name removed from the roll of attorneys, reimburse qualifying Clients' Security Fund awards, notify clients and opposing parties, transfer client property, account for trust property, refund unearned fees, file proof of compliance, and maintain related records.

Questions Presented

1. Whether Zaremsky's resignation from the practice of law should be accepted under Gov.Bar R. V(11)(G) while disciplinary action was pending.
2. What restrictions and compliance obligations should accompany acceptance of the resignation.

Disposition

approved