In the Matter of Hilary Bowe Ricks

We find that Respondent, Hilary Bowe Ricks, committed attorney misconduct by neglecting clients' cases and by failing to cooperate with the disciplinary process. For this misconduct, we conclude that Respondent should be suspended for at least two years without automatic reinstatement.

This matter is now before us on the report of the hearing officer appointed by this Court to hear evidence on the Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission's amended disciplinary complaint. Respondent's 1986 admission to this state's bar subjects her to this Court's disciplinary jurisdiction. See IND. CONST.…