Summary
This Supreme Court of Ohio order grants a certification of default against attorney Joshua Adam Wilson for failing to respond to a formal disciplinary complaint. The court immediately enters an interim default suspension, divesting him of his law license and prohibiting him from practicing law or providing legal services in Ohio. The order outlines strict conditions for reinstatement, including completing continuing legal education, reimbursing the Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection, and notifying clients and opposing counsel of his disqualification. Service of the order is deemed complete upon certified mail delivery to his last known address.
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Questions Presented
- Whether the Supreme Court of Ohio may impose an interim default suspension upon certification of default under Gov.Bar Rules.
Holdings
- The court may order an interim default suspension immediately upon certification of default pursuant to Gov.Bar R. V(14)(B)(1).
Key quotations
“Upon consideration thereof and pursuant to Gov.Bar R. V(14)(B)(1), it is ordered and decreed that an interim default suspension is immediately entered against Joshua Adam Wilson, Attorney Registration No. 0092025, last known business address in Westerville, Ohio, and that the suspension is effective as of the date of this entry.” (¶ 2)
Factual background
The Board of Professional Conduct filed a certification of default alleging that Joshua Adam Wilson failed to file an answer to a formal complaint. Wilson did not file a response, prompting the court to consider the certification.
Procedural history
The Board of Professional Conduct filed a certification of default after respondent failed to answer the complaint; the Supreme Court of Ohio considered the certification and ordered an interim default suspension.