In the Matter of: Marcus E. Ellison

Attorney Discipline Action

We find that Respondent, Marcus Ellison, committed attorney misconduct by neglecting an appeal and thereafter engaging in a pattern of dishonesty in an effort to cover up his neglect. For this misconduct, we conclude that Respondent should be suspended for at least 90 days without automatic reinstatement.

This matter is before the Court on the report of the hearing officer appointed by this Court to hear evidence on the Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission’s “Disciplinary Complaint.” Respondent’s 2001 admission to this state’s bar subjects him to this Court’s…