When Consensual Still Means Conflict
In June 2025, the Louisiana Supreme Court accepted a joint petition for consent discipline from Jan Peter Christiansen, who admitted to engaging in a consensual sexual relationship with a current client. …
The Elvis Judge Suspended for Courtroom Conduct
A Missouri circuit judge recently agreed to a six-month unpaid suspension followed by a later permanent departure from the bench after admitting to a pattern of courtroom conduct that crossed …
What Must Lawyers Surrender at the End of Representation?
When a lawyer’s representation ends, what documents must be surrendered to the client? Washington State’s Advisory Opinion 202401 (2024) revisits this common question under Rule 1.16(d)—and provides some of the clearest, most …
No Clean Slate for Disciplined Lawyers
On October 23, 2025, the California Supreme Court rejected a State Bar proposal that would have granted lawyers a one-time, automatic expungement of their public disciplinary records after eight years with …
Michigan Lawyer Fined $7,500 After Calling Judge a “F****** C***” on Zoom
A Michigan lawyer learned an expensive lesson in virtual courtroom decorum after his microphone caught a vulgar remark directed at the presiding judge. In In re Contempt of Marshall Tauber (Mich. Ct. …
The New ABA Opinion Every Mediator Should Read
When a lawyer steps into the role of mediator, the ethical ground shifts. The American Bar Association’s newest guidance—Formal Opinion 518 (Oct. 15, 2025)—makes that clear: don’t let anyone think you’re …
September 2025 Discipline
These lawyers were the subject of Louisiana Supreme Court disciplinary orders or Louisiana Attorney Discipline Board recommendations published during the month of September 2025. Louisiana Supreme Court LADB Hearing Committees.
August 2025 Discipline
These lawyers were the subject of Louisiana Supreme Court disciplinary orders of Louisiana Attorney Discipline Board recommendations published during the month of August 2025. LADB Hearing Committees
July 2025 Discipline
These lawyers were the subject of Louisiana Supreme Court disciplinary orders or Louisiana Attorney Discipline Board recommendations published during the month of July 2025. Louisiana Supreme Court
File Closing Checklist for Lawyers & Law Firms
Closing a client file is just as important as opening one. A clear, consistent process ensures ethical compliance, protects client confidences, and positions the firm for smooth future interactions. This …