In Re Howlett

This is an original uncontested proceeding in discipline filed by the office of the Disciplinary Administrator against Respondent Kerry D. Howlett, an attorney admitted to the practice of law in the state of Kansas, whose business address is in Kansas City, Kansas.

The facts are not disputed. Respondent did not file exceptions to the hearing panel’s report. Under Rule 212(c) and (d) (1998 Kan. Ct. R. Annot. 236), the report is deemed admitted.

The complaint against Respondent charges him with violations of the Model Rules of Professional Conduct (MRPC) 5.5 (engaging in the unauthorized practice…