Disciplinary Counsel v. Watson

[This decision has been published in Ohio Official Reports at 95 Ohio St.3d 364.] OFFICE OF DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL v. WATSON. [Cite as Disciplinary Counsel v. Watson,

2002-Ohio-2222.] Attorneys at law—Misconduct—One-year suspension—Charging a clearly excessive fee—Engaging in conduct involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation—Engaging in conduct prejudicial to the administration of justice—Threatening to file criminal charges solely to obtain advantage in a civil matter—Prejudicing or damaging client during course of professional relationship—Withdrawing from employment before…