In the Matter of: Harold E. Bean

Attorney Discipline Action

We find that Respondent, Harold E. Bean, engaged in attorney misconduct. For this misconduct, we conclude that Respondent should be disbarred.

This matter is before the Court on the report of the hearing officer appointed by this Court to hear evidence on the Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission’s “Verified Complaint for Disciplinary Action.” Respondent’s 1974 admission to this state’s bar subjects him to this Court’s disciplinary jurisdiction. See Ind. Const. art. 7, § 4.

Procedural Background and Facts

Respondent was the elected Clerk-Treasurer of the Town of…