Lawyer Disciplinary Board v. Hess

The question presented in this proceeding is whether the law license of Richard Hess, a suspended member of the West Virginia State Bar, should be reinstated pursuant to Rule 3.32 of the Rules of Lawyer Disciplinary Procedure. The Office of Disciplinary Counsel for the respondent, Lawyer Disciplinary Board, has examined the issues presented and has recommended that the reinstatement be made. This Court, after reviewing the documents presented as well as the issues in this case, agrees with the respondent’s recommendation and accordingly concludes that Mr. Hess’ license to practice law should…