Akron Bar Ass'n v. Thorpe

We have carefully considered the board’s report and concur with the findings and conclusions of the board.

It is clear that respondent neglected his representation of Fortney in the divorce complaint filed against her by her former husband. Respondent thus violated DR 6-101 (A)(3).

Further, the board’s findings of fact demonstrate that respondent’s conduct resulted in the loss by Fortney of any rights she may have had in the marital property she jointly owned with her former husband. Respondent thus violated DR 1-102(A)(4), (5) and (6) by engaging in conduct involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit…