Matter of Barratt

DISCIPLINARY ACTION

The respondent, J. Scott Barratt, was charged in a two count complaint for disciplinary action with several violations of the Rules of Professional Conduct for Attorneys at Law. Pursuant to Admission and Discipline Rule 28, Section 14(f), the hearing officer heard the case and tendered his report on findings of fact and conclusions of law but declined to recommend a sanction. The respondent petitioned for review, and both parties set forth their respective arguments. The review process in disciplinary matters is a de novo examination of all matters presented. The hearing…