In re Resignation of DiPalma

Summary

The Supreme Court of Ohio accepted William Joseph DiPalma’s resignation from the practice of law with disciplinary action pending. The order withdrew his law-practice privileges, required compliance with client-notification and related obligations, and directed that his name be stricken from the roll of attorneys.

Holdings

1. The Supreme Court of Ohio accepted DiPalma’s resignation as an attorney and counselor at law with disciplinary action pending pursuant to Gov.Bar R. VI(6)(C).
2. Upon acceptance of the resignation, DiPalma’s rights and privileges to practice law in Ohio were withdrawn, his name was ordered stricken from the roll of attorneys, and he was prohibited from practicing law or holding himself out as authorized to practice.
3. DiPalma was required to comply with specified obligations, including surrendering his certificate and registration card, notifying clients and opposing parties, returning client property and unearned fees, accounting for trust property, filing a compliance affidavit, maintaining records, and reimbursing applicable Clients’ Security Fund awards.

Questions Presented

1. Whether DiPalma’s application for resignation should be accepted under Gov.Bar R. VI(6) while disciplinary action was pending.
2. What restrictions, duties, and conditions should accompany acceptance of the resignation.

Disposition

other