Allen County Bar Ass'n v. Williams

On December 18, 1996, James and Richard Hardin were convicted by the Court of Common Pleas of Hardin County of receiving stolen property, a felony. In addition, James Hardin was found guilty of felony theft. Sentencing took place in February 1997. On March 6, 1997, respondent, Jeffrey G. Williams of Lima, Ohio, Attorney Registration No. 0010085, filed a notice of appeal on their behalf. On the day the appellate brief was due, respondent dismissed their appeal, and the judgments became final.

On October 15, 1999, relator, Allen County Bar Association, filed a complaint alleging that the Hardins…