Florida Bar v. Price

A referee recommended that this Court privately reprimand the respondent, T. Michael Price, a member of The Florida Bar, for his negligent handling of a bankruptcy case. The Florida Bar argues that respondent’s actions warrant a public reprimand. We agree with The Florida Bar.*

Reynold and Janice Hand were experiencing financial difficulties and, in or around 1985, a mortgage on their home was being foreclosed. Reynold’s brother, attorney Michael Hand, suggested they file chapter 13 bankruptcy, and he made an appointment for his brother to meet with respondent. At a meeting one or two days…