Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. Markijohn

{¶ 1} Respondent, Darrell N. Markijohn of Canton, Ohio, Attorney Registration No. 0030554, was admitted to the Ohio bar in 1985. On October 7, 2002, relator, Disciplinary Counsel, charged respondent with having violated DR 1-102(A)(4) (conduct involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation). A panel appointed by the Board of Commissioners on Grievances and Discipline heard the cause and, based on stipulations and other evidence, made findings of fact, conclusions of law, and a recommendation.

{¶ 2} Respondent initiated the investigation that led to this complaint by advising relator…