In re Application of Hale

Summary

The Supreme Court of Ohio disapproved Alexander Shuman Hale’s application for admission to the Ohio bar. The court found that his repeated misrepresentations and omissions concerning his military discharge, criminal conduct, employment terminations, and other matters demonstrated a lack of the honesty and trustworthiness required for admission, and permanently barred him from reapplying.

Holdings

1. Hale failed to carry his burden of proving by clear and convincing evidence that he currently possessed the requisite character, fitness, and moral qualifications to practice law in Ohio.
2. The court disapproved Hale's pending application and permanently barred him from reapplying for the privilege of practicing law in Ohio.

Questions Presented

1. Whether Hale proved by clear and convincing evidence that he possessed the character, fitness, and moral qualifications required for admission to the Ohio bar.
2. Whether Hale's repeated material misrepresentations and omissions during the admissions process warranted disapproval of his application and a permanent bar on reapplication.

Disposition

other