In re Resignation of Coriell

Summary

The Supreme Court of Ohio accepted Jennifer Lynn Coriell’s resignation from the practice of law with disciplinary action pending under Gov.Bar R. VI(11)(C). The order withdrew her practice privileges, struck her name from the roll of attorneys, and imposed related client-notification, property-return, fee-refund, and compliance obligations.

Holdings

1. The court accepted Coriell's resignation as an attorney and counselor at law with disciplinary action pending pursuant to Gov.Bar R. VI(11)(C).
2. Upon acceptance, Coriell's rights and privileges to practice law in Ohio were withdrawn, her name was ordered stricken from the roll of attorneys, and she was prohibited from practicing law or holding herself out as authorized to practice.
3. Coriell was required to comply with specified employment restrictions, reimburse qualifying Lawyers' Fund for Client Protection awards, notify clients and opposing parties, transfer client property, refund unearned fees, file a compliance affidavit, maintain records, and comply with related filing and service requirements.

Questions Presented

1. Whether to accept the respondent attorney's resignation under Gov.Bar R. VI(11)(C) as a resignation with disciplinary action pending.
2. What restrictions and compliance obligations should accompany acceptance of the resignation.

Disposition

other