In Re Rosenthal

Two clients have brought separate complaints against respondent, Richard Rosenthal, in connection with his handling of their cases. As a result of their complaints, both the District X Ethics Committee and the District XI Ethics Committee brought presentments against him. These presentments concern either neglect of the client’s case or failure to communicate with the client.

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The Van Dunk Matter

The first complaint was brought by Elsie Van Dunk to the District X Ethics Committee. She was referred to Rosenthal’s office by another attorney following a fall on a sidewalk on October 13, 1974.…