In the Matter of the Reinstatement of Colin Richard Barrett to Membership in the Oklahoma Bar Association and to the Roll of Attorneys

Summary

The Oklahoma Supreme Court granted Colin Richard Barrett's petition for reinstatement to membership in the Oklahoma Bar Association and to the roll of attorneys. The Court found that Barrett satisfied the applicable procedural requirements and established that he had not engaged in unauthorized practice, possessed the required legal competency, and demonstrated good moral character. Reinstatement was conditioned on payment of $257.20 in proceeding costs and $1,275.00 in past and current dues within 90 days.

Holdings

1. Barrett established by clear and convincing evidence that he satisfied the procedural requirements for reinstatement, had not engaged in the unauthorized practice of law, possessed the competency and learning required for reinstatement, and possessed the requisite good moral character.
2. Reinstatement should be granted, but it is conditioned on payment of $257.20 in proceeding costs and $1,275.00 in past and current dues within 90 days of the order.

Questions Presented

1. Whether Barrett satisfied the procedural and substantive requirements for reinstatement under Rule 11 of the Rules Governing Disciplinary Proceedings.
2. Whether reinstatement should be granted subject to payment of costs and past and current bar dues.

Disposition

other