In the Matter of: Bradley D. Hamilton

Attorney Discipline Action

We find that Respondent, Bradley D. Hamilton, committed attorney misconduct by abandoning his law practice and clients, stealing their money, and fleeing to Australia. For this misconduct, we conclude that Respondent should be disbarred.

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 “Verified Complaint for Disciplinary Action.” Respondent’s 1984 admission to this state’s bar subjects him to this Court’s disciplinary jurisdiction. See Ind. Const. art.…