In re Gines

ATTORNEY DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS

hPER CURIAM.

The Office of Disciplinary Counsel (“ODC”) filed two sets of formal charges against respondent, JoAnn Gines. The charges involved allegations that respondent charged an excessive fee and neglected client matters. Respondent did not file an answer to either set of charges, and the charges were deemed admitted. Subsequently, the disciplinary board consolidated the two sets of formal charges and recommended respondent be disbarred.

Respondent made her first formal appearance in the proceedings by filing an objection in this court. In her brief and at…