In re Rish

In this attorney disciplinary matter, respondent and the Office of Disciplinary Counsel have entered into an agreement under Rule 21 of the Rules of Disciplinary Enforcement, Rule 413, SCACR. In the agreement, respondent admits misconduct, and consents to a public reprimand. Because respondent has agreed to retire by October 29, 2000, we accept the agreement for a public reprimand.1

Respondent was retained to represent Client in a traffic court matter. Respondent agreed to a fee arrangement with Client of $400 payable in monthly installments of $50. At the initial meeting with Client,…