Attorney Grievance Comm'n of Md. v. Thompson

On December 20, 2017, the Attorney Grievance Commission of Maryland, acting through Bar Counsel ("Petitioner"), filed a Petition for Disciplinary or Remedial Action against Yolanda Massaabioseh Thompson ("Respondent"). The misconduct stemmed from Respondent's representation of a former client, Ms. Norma Jean Bess. Specifically, Petitioner alleged that Respondent failed to represent Ms. Bess competently and diligently, failed to communicate with Ms. Bess regarding the status of her matter, failed to refund unearned fees in Ms. Bess's matter, failed to safeguard client funds, abandoned Ms.…