Legal Opinion

In re the Disciplinary Proceeding Against Wickersham

Washington Supreme Court

Decided October 17, 2013No. 201,088-1PublishedCited by 8 opinions

1Opinion of the CourtStephens, J.

¶1 This is an attorney discipline matter involving events during a time when the petitioner, Joe Wickersham, was experiencing mental health issues. The hearing officer recommended disbarment. The disciplinary board (Board) rejected some misconduct findings and reduced the sanction to a three-year suspension. We adopt the Board’s recommendation and order Wickersham to complete a three-year suspension, and additional conditions, before resuming the practice of law.

PACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

f 2 Wickersham was admitted to practice in the state of Washington in 1989. At the time of the events…

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