In re Resignation of Mamone

Summary

The Supreme Court of Ohio accepted Joseph Anthony Mamone’s resignation from the practice of law while disciplinary action was pending under Gov.Bar R. VI(7)(C). The order withdrew his privileges to practice law, struck his name from the roll of attorneys, and imposed related client-notification, restitution, compliance, and publication requirements.

Holdings

1. The Supreme Court of Ohio accepted Mamone's resignation as an attorney and counselor at law with disciplinary action pending pursuant to Gov.Bar R. VI(7)(C).
2. Upon acceptance of the resignation, Mamone's rights and privileges to practice law in Ohio were withdrawn, he was prohibited from holding himself out as an attorney or performing legal services, and his name was ordered stricken from the roll of attorneys.

Questions Presented

1. Whether the court should accept Mamone's resignation under Gov.Bar R. VI(7) as a resignation with disciplinary action pending.
2. What restrictions and compliance obligations should accompany acceptance of the resignation.

Disposition

other