In re Bissel

ATTORNEY DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS

PER CURIAM.*

This attorney disciplinary proceeding arises from formal charges filed by the Office of Disciplinary Counsel (“ODC”) against respondent, Eric R. Bissel, an attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Louisiana.

UNDERLYING FACTS

The underlying facts are not in dispute. In 1993, the heirs of Gladys O. Syrdal retained respondent in connection with proceedings involving Mrs. Syrdal’s estate. Because respondent’s clients resided outside Louisiana, respondent was an authorized signatory on a checking account maintained in the name of the estate at a…