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Category: Discipline

Discipline / Louisiana Rule Making / Rule Making

Big Changes Ahead: Eastern District of Louisiana Proposes Tougher Lawyer Discipline Rules

Lawyers practicing in the Eastern District of Louisiana, take note—major changes to the Rules for Lawyer Disciplinary Enforcement are on the table, and they could have serious consequences for attorneys …

Discipline / Law Firm / Practice Tips and Aids / Professionalism

The Biggest Ethical Risks for Louisiana Lawyers—and How to Stay Out of Trouble

Navigating Ethical Risks: Insights from 2024 Sanctions, Complaints, and Rule Violations As Louisiana’s lawyer discipline landscape continues to evolve, 2024 stands out as a year of critical lessons for legal …

Discipline / Practice Tips and Aids / Professionalism

The Ethics Tightrope Every Lawyer Walks and How to Stay on It

Navigating the Ethical Tightrope: Trends in Lawyer Misconduct and Discipline In a profession built on trust, ethical standards, and the unwavering commitment to serve clients, lawyers carry significant responsibilities—and with …

Book / Discipline / Louisiana Cases / Practice Tips and Aids / Professionalism / Recent Cases

Ignoring the ODC Won’t Save You—It Might Sink You

In the recent disciplinary matter In re: Sonnier, 395 So. 3d 850 (La. 10/25/24), the Louisiana Supreme Court highlighted an important clarification regarding Rule 8.1(c) of the Louisiana Rules of …

Book / Discipline / Recent Cases

When Slow Justice Softens the Blow

Delays in Disciplinary Proceedings as a Mitigating Factor in Attorney Discipline The Louisiana Supreme Court’s recent decision in In re: Magee, 23-0364 (La. 1/19/24), underscores the impact of delays in …

Discipline / Louisiana Cases / Recent Cases

The Louisiana Supreme Court’s Take on Rule 8.4(d): Intent vs. Impact

The Louisiana Supreme Court’s decision in In re Trina Trinhthi Chu offers an important clarification of Rule 8.4(d) of the Louisiana Rules of Professional Conduct. See In re Trina Chu, …

Discipline / Louisiana Cases / Recent Cases

Unlawyerly Behavior: The 2024 Most Notable Lawyer Discipline Cases in Louisiana

In the world of law, where integrity and ethics are paramount, even the most trusted professionals can fall short of the high standards expected of them. In 2024, Louisiana witnessed …

Book / Discipline / Practice Tips and Aids / Professionalism

Fiery Language in Court Filings Can Burn Your Case

In Randazzo v. Imbraguglio, 329 So. 3d 282 (La. 12/21/21), Justice Crichton issued a pointed concurrence addressing the use of discourteous language in a writ application filed with the Louisiana …

Discipline / Judicial Ethics / Professionalism / Technology

Oops…The Judges Did It Again

Judicial oversight panels are increasingly investigating and prosecuting judges for improper social media use. Our blog previously covered the judicial misconduct charges filed against Nevada Judge Erika Ballou for engaging …

Discipline / Professionalism / Recent Cases

Pringle Pooping Lawyer Reinstated to Practice of Law

In December of 2023, the Ohio Supreme Court suspended criminal defense attorney, Jack Blakeslee, for one year, with six months of the suspension stayed, for misconduct reflecting on his well-being …

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