Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. Smith

{¶ 1} Respondent, Stanford Smith of Cleveland, Ohio, Attorney Registration No. 0030754, was admitted to the practice of law in 1958. On December 9, 2002, relator, Disciplinary Counsel, charged respondent in a two-count complaint with violations of the Code of Professional Responsibility. Respondent was served with the complaint but did not answer, and relator moved for default pursuant to Gov.Bar R. V(6)(F). A master commissioner appointed by the Board of Commissioners on Grievances and Discipline heard the cause and made findings of fact, conclusions of law, and a recommendation.

{¶ 2} As to…