In re Trummel

Summary

The Kansas Supreme Court considers an attorney discipline proceeding against Luann K. Trummel arising from her representation of a client in a child custody matter. The court recounts findings that Trummel failed to act diligently, communicate with the client, safeguard client funds, and cooperate with the disciplinary investigation. The hearing panel unanimously recommended, and the document identifies, published censure as the appropriate discipline.

Holdings

1. Clear and convincing evidence established that Trummel violated KRPC 1.3 by failing to act with reasonable diligence and promptness, KRPC 1.4 by failing to communicate with her client, KRPC 1.15 by failing to safeguard client property, KRPC 8.1(b) by failing to respond to lawful disciplinary demands, and Supreme Court Rule 210 by failing to assist and timely respond in the disciplinary process.
2. Published censure was the appropriate discipline for Trummel's violations, and the costs of the proceedings were assessed against her.

Questions Presented

1. Whether clear and convincing evidence established that Trummel violated KRPC 1.3, 1.4, 1.15, 8.1(b), and Supreme Court Rule 210.
2. What discipline should be imposed for the established violations.

Disposition

other