In the Matter of Nida

In this disciplinary matter, Respondent, Laurence Harmon Nida, is charged with numerous violations of the Code of Professional Responsibility. The Panel recommended a private reprimand; the Executive Committee adopted the Panel’s findings but recommended a 90-day suspension.

After careful review of the record, we find the appropriate sanction is suspension for a period of nine months.

FACTS

In 1986, Respondent represented Frances and William Pickles in a real estate closing on a Myrtle Beach condominium. Thereafter, the Pickles rented the condo to one Vicki Curran.

In April, 1987, Curran failed…