An ethics complaint has been filed against a California lawyer accused of "charging inmates to submit requests for resentencing to prosecutors who were unlikely to take action". Read the full article from ABA Journal here: bit.ly/3TgNNIA #AttorneyEthics #LawPractice
The Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
Administration of Justice
Harrisburg, PA 1,444 followers
Protecting the public, maintaining the integrity of the legal profession, and safeguarding the reputation of the courts.
About us
The Disciplinary Board is an independent agency run at the direction of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. The Supreme Court disciplines attorneys whose actions violate the Rules of Professional Conduct. The purpose of the disciplinary system is to assist the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania in performing its constitutional duty to regulate attorney conduct as well as being a support system for attorneys throughout the state. It is funded by annual assessments paid by attorneys licensed to practice in the Commonwealth. The Disciplinary Board receives no tax funds. The Disciplinary Board’s goals are to: protect the public, maintain the integrity of the legal profession and safeguard the reputation of the courts In March 1972, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court adopted the Rules of Disciplinary Enforcement, which became effective in November 1972, and created the Disciplinary Board. The Rules of Disciplinary Enforcement gave the Disciplinary Board exclusive jurisdiction over attorney discipline, developed the structure of the current system, provided for full-time counsel and for the appointment of members to the Disciplinary Board and to Hearing Committees. The Court also established four district offices, each responsible for a specified number of counties. The Disciplinary Board Rules, which are procedural in nature, implement the authority and duties of the Board and Hearing Committees, as provided by the Rules of Disciplinary Enforcement.
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padisciplinaryboard.org
External link for The Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
- Industry
- Administration of Justice
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Harrisburg, PA
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1972
- Specialties
- Attorney Discipline, Attorney Regulations/Rules, and Attorney Support
Locations
Employees at The Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
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Celeste Dougherty-Alio
Advantage Political Strategies
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Jana Palko
Disciplinary Counsel at the Office of Disciplinary Counsel of the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of PA
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Raymond J. Santarelli
General Counsel & Corporate Secretary at Delaware River Port Authority and Port Authority Transit Corporation
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Elizabeth Livingston
Trial Counsel at The Office of Disciplinary Counsel District II, Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
Updates
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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and despite high rates of depression throughout the legal community, far too few are educated about mental health and suicide prevention. Thankfully, there are numerous resources tailored to the unique experiences of the legal profession. Read the full article here: bit.ly/3sOVawF #LawyerWellBeing #MentalHealth
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There are new vacancies on PA Supreme Court Committees and Boards. Applications are due by Monday, September 30, 2024. Learn more here: bit.ly/3XqbLUl
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Many know all too well the feeling of fatigue on a morning commute or impending drowsiness sitting down to an afternoon conference call. The effect of sleep, or the lack thereof, on an individual’s mood, job performance, or overall well-being has been much studied in recent years. Consistent #SleepHygiene may be more important to one’s law practice and personal life than many currently understand. Read the full article here: bit.ly/3Hz8HxO #LawyerWellBeing #LawPractice #AttorneyEthics #MentalHealth
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Law students, the Disciplinary Board offers free resources to help you prepare and stay ahead of the curve. Learn Pennsylvania's Rules of Professional Conduct, understand expectations, support your mental health and well-being, and stay informed about cases and precedents. Visit padboard.org, follow the Board on social media, or subscribe to the Board's monthly newsletter. #LawSchool #LawStudent
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Last month, the Disciplinary Board hosted its annual Hearing Committee Training. Comprehensive training is integral to the Board's volunteer Hearing Committee Members’ essential role within Pennsylvania’s disciplinary system. Read the full article here: bit.ly/470MH9T
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On Thursday, September 26th, the Institute for Well-Being in Law (IWIL) will host "Legal Employers’ Guide to Understanding and Preventing Suicide and Other Mental Health Emergencies", a free virtual event featuring suicide prevention expert Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas, Psy.D. MNM, addressing "the latest research on mental health trends within the legal field, explor[ing] the root causes behind these alarming statistics, and provid[ing] evidence-based best practices to recognize and support colleagues in need." Learn more and register here: bit.ly/3X490Xm #LawyerWellBeing #LawPractice
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A Connecticut lawyer recently submitted a resignation of his license after telling ethics investigators that their trust account inquiries weren’t a priority as he was on a fishing trip. Read the full ABA Journal article here: bit.ly/3MgkP84 #AttorneyEthics #LawPractice
Lawyer who described fishing trip in response to overdraft inquiry resigns from bar
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