Committee on Professional Ethics & Conduct of the Iowa State Bar Ass'n v. Paulos

NEUMAN, Justice.

This lawyer disciplinary matter is before the court for our de novo review and final disposition in accordance with Iowa Supreme Court Rule 118.10. Having reviewed the record made before the Grievance Commission, we concur in its findings and recommendation that respondent’s license to practice law should be suspended.

The complaint against respondent Richard V. Paulos centers on his inaction in four probate matters. None of the facts are disputed. Two estate administrations, commenced by respondent in 1976 as attorney for the personal representatives, remain open after more…