Summary
The Supreme Court of Ohio issued a per curiam order suspending attorney Jason Michael Fuller from the practice of law following his felony conviction. Pursuant to Government of the Bar Rule V(18), the court ordered an interim suspension effective immediately, divesting him of all rights and privileges of an Ohio attorney. The order mandates compliance with continuing legal education requirements, potential reimbursement to the Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection, and strict protocols for notifying clients and handling pending matters during the suspension.
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Questions Presented
- Whether the Supreme Court may suspend an attorney upon certified entry of a felony conviction under Gov. Bar Rules.
Holdings
- The Court ordered that respondent Jason Michael Fuller be suspended from the practice of law for an interim period effective upon the entry of the felony conviction.
Key quotations
“It is further ordered that respondent shall not be reinstated to the practice of law in Ohio until (1) respondent complies with the requirements for reinstatement set forth in the Supreme Court Rules for the Government of the Bar of Ohio, (2) respondent complies with this and all other orders issued by this court, (3) respondent complies with the Supreme Court Rules for the Government of the Bar of Ohio, and (4) this court orders respondent reinstated.” (¶ 9)
Factual background
On December 31, 2024, the director of the Ohio Board of Professional Conduct filed a certified copy of a judgment entry of a felony conviction against attorney Jason Michael Fuller. The Supreme Court considered the filing under the Government Bar Rules and ordered disciplinary action.
Procedural history
The Board of Professional Conduct filed a certified copy of a felony conviction against Jason Michael Fuller; the Supreme Court adjudicated the matter and imposed a suspension.