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OLPR seeks discipline of lawyer in conflict-of-interest case
The Minnesota ethics board seeks discipline of an attorney, alleging serious conflicts of interest in a criminal sexual conduct case involving a minor.
Justices exceed OLPR discipline recommendation, disbar attorney
The Minnesota Supreme Court has disbarred attorney Samuel McCloud, citing decades of misconduct, client harm, and a complete lack of remorse.
OLPR asks justices to discipline St. Cloud attorney
The OLPR petition accuses St. Cloud attorney Gregory Walz of false statements about judges and conflicts of interest in a family wrongful death case.
Board drops complaint after judge agrees to retire
Judge Jennifer K. Fischer agreed to retire, leading the Board on Judicial Standards to dismiss its misconduct complaint against her.
OLPR seeks more discipline against Michelle MacDonald
The OLPR seeks further discipline of suspended attorney Michelle MacDonald, citing false affidavit claims, notary issues, and lack of cooperation.
Suspended lawyer suspended again for practicing law
Larry Laver, already suspended for misconduct, was sanctioned again by the Supreme Court for practicing law while suspended. Court split on penalty length.
Standards board files complaint against Kandiyohi County judge
Kandiyohi County Judge Jennifer K. Fischer faces a formal misconduct complaint alleging harassment, retaliation, and ethical violations.
Justices disbar lawyer over theft from Texas law firm
Ana Garza Peña has been disbarred in Minnesota after misappropriating $94K from a Texas law firm while already suspended.
Quandaries & Quagmires: Considerations for vetting and firing clients
ABA Model Rule 1.16 and Opinion 516 offer new guidance on vetting clients and withdrawal. Minnesota lawyers should consider risk prevention best practices.
2024 saw more lawyer complaints, discipline
The Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility reports attorney complaints rose in 2024, including five disbarments.
Attorney suspended for election lawsuit misconduct
Minnesota Supreme Court suspends attorney Susan Smith for naming 14 plaintiffs in 2020 election lawsuits without their consent.
Disbarment petition accuses attorney of misleading asylum seekers
Minnesota lawyer Daniel Brown faces disbarment for alleged misconduct and incompetence in asylum cases, including client deception and poor communication.
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