In re Amendment of Rule 6.2A, Rules Governing Disciplinary Procedures

Summary

The Supreme Court of Oklahoma amended Rule 6.2A of the Rules Governing Disciplinary Procedures concerning emergency interim suspension orders and related relief. The amendment addresses verified complaints, service, objections, hearings, protection of client funds and property, client notices, appointment of counsel to wind up a respondent's practice, and accelerated proceedings; it became effective June 1, 2023.

Holdings

1. Rule 6.2A of the Rules Governing Disciplinary Procedures was amended as set forth in Exhibits A and B to the order.
2. The amended Rule 6.2A became effective June 1, 2023.

Questions Presented

1. Whether Rule 6.2A of the Rules Governing Disciplinary Procedures should be amended.
2. When the amended Rule 6.2A should become effective.

Disposition

other