In re Koehler

Summary

The Supreme Court of Ohio orders the interim suspension of Alan William Koehler from the practice of law after receiving a certified judgment entry of his felony conviction. The order refers the matter to Disciplinary Counsel for investigation and imposes requirements concerning cessation of legal practice, client notifications, 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 imposed an interim suspension from the practice of law effective immediately under Gov.Bar R. V(5)(A)(4).
2. The matter was referred to Disciplinary Counsel for investigation and commencement of disciplinary proceedings.

Questions Presented

1. Whether a certified copy of an attorney's felony-conviction judgment entry requires the Supreme Court of Ohio to impose an interim suspension under Gov.Bar R. V(5)(A)(4).
2. What restrictions and compliance obligations should accompany the interim suspension pending disciplinary proceedings.

Disposition

other