In Re Disciplinary Action Against Thedens

OPINION

Respondent Gerald D. Thedens is before this court on a petition for disciplinary action filed on June 8, 1999 by the Director of the Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility (Director) alleging that Thedens committed approximately 37 violations of the Minnesota Rules of Professional Conduct. The violations include knowingly submitting false evidence and statements to a tribunal, presenting frivolous claims and defenses, failing to respond to discovery requests in a timely manner, failing to pay sanctions imposed against him, failing to disclose information during discovery, and…