In re Lucas

hPER CURIAM.

This matter arises from a petition for consent discipline filed by respondent, George Edward Lucas, an attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Louisiana.

UNDERLYING FACTS

In January, 1999, Margaret Wallis retained respondent to represent her and her daughter, Karen Wallis, in a personal injury matter stemming from an automobile accident.1 Respondent instituted suit on behalf of his clients, and obtained a settlement on their behalf for $24,203.98. Of this amount, respondent retained $4,934.10 to pay third party medical expenses incurred by Karen.

Subsequently, Mrs. Wallis…