Matter of Thornton

This is an attorney disciplinary matter. Respondent Kenneth W. Thornton is in default. Respondent has previously been suspended for six months for filing a false tax return 1 and was recently suspended for failing to comply with continuing legal education requirements.

In November 1996, respondent was served with a Notice and Complaint. In January 1997, respondent was also served with a Notice and Supplemental Complaint. Respondent did not file an answer to either complaint. On February 20, 1997, the Board notified respondent that he was in default but that he could still be heard in…