In Re Complaint as to the Conduct of Crist

The Oregon State Bar (the Bar) charged the accused by formal complaint with violating Code of Professional Responsibility Disciplinary Rules (DR) 6-101(B) (neglecting a legal matter), 1 DR 1-102(A)(4) (engaging in conduct prejudicial to the administration of justice), 2 and DR 1-103(C) (failing to cooperate during disciplinary investigation). 3 The accused was served personally with a copy of the complaint and notice to answer. He failed to file an answer or to make any appearance throughout these proceedings.

A trial panel of the Disciplinary Board entered an order finding the accused in…