In Re Ruffin

This attorney disciplinary action arises out of multiple allegations of misconduct including misappropriation of funds. Following a hearing, the Commission on Lawyer Conduct recommended Thomas E. Ruffin, Jr., be disbarred. The Office of Disciphnary Counsel joined in the recommendation. After thorough review of the record, we agree and disbar Ruffin effective from the date of this opinion.

In this attorney disciplinary case, Ruffin is accused of multiple acts of misconduct including misappropriation of trust account funds and failure to pay a client his settlement. Ruffin was placed on interim…