Summary
The Supreme Court of Ohio issued a per curiam order suspending attorney Karen Lynn Hummel from the practice of law following her felony conviction. Pursuant to Government Bar Rule V(18), the court ordered an interim suspension effective immediately, divesting her of all rights and privileges of an Ohio attorney. The order mandates that she cease all legal practice, notify clients and opposing counsel, refund unearned fees, and complete continuing legal education during the suspension period. Reinstatement is contingent upon compliance with Supreme Court Rules for the Government of the Bar and a subsequent court order.
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Questions Presented
- Whether the Supreme Court of Ohio may suspend an attorney’s license upon certified entry of a felony conviction.
Holdings
- The Court may suspend the attorney’s license pending investigation when a certified entry of a felony conviction is filed.
Key quotations
“Upon consideration thereof and pursuant to Gov.Bar R. V(18)(A)(4), it is ordered and decreed that respondent, Karen Lynn Hummel, Attorney Registration No. 0088982, ... is suspended from the practice of law for an interim period, effective as of the date of this entry.” (¶ 2-3)
Factual background
On June 16, 2025, a certified copy of a judgment entry of a felony conviction was filed against Karen Lynn Hummel, an Ohio‑licensed attorney. The Supreme Court acted on that filing to impose disciplinary sanctions.
Procedural history
The Board of Professional Conduct filed a certified copy of a felony conviction judgment against attorney Karen Lynn Hummel. The Supreme Court of Ohio considered the filing and ordered suspension of her law license.