In re Bower

Summary

The Supreme Court of Ohio imposed an interim suspension from the practice of law on George Kevin Bower after receiving a certified judgment entry of his felony conviction. The court referred the matter for disciplinary investigation and prescribed requirements concerning cessation of practice, client notifications, continuing legal education, reinstatement, and reimbursement to the Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection.

Holdings

1. Upon the filing of a certified judgment entry of respondent's felony conviction, the Supreme Court of Ohio ordered respondent suspended from the practice of law for an interim period effective immediately.
2. The interim suspension immediately barred respondent from practicing law or performing legal services, required referral for disciplinary investigation and proceedings, and imposed specified notice, client-property, continuing-education, reimbursement, recordkeeping, and reinstatement requirements.

Questions Presented

1. Whether the filing of a certified entry of Bower's felony conviction warranted an interim suspension from the practice of law under Gov.Bar R. V(18).
2. What ancillary restrictions and compliance obligations should accompany the interim suspension.

Disposition

other