In re Swafford

This disciplinary matter arises from formal charges filed by the Office of Disciplinary Counsel ("ODC") against respondent, Gregory Swafford, an attorney licensed to practice law in Louisiana, but currently ineligible to practice.1

UNDERLYING FACTS

Marie Smith retained respondent to complete a succession. According to Ms. Smith, respondent's fee for handling the matter was initially $5,000. Respondent then expressed an interest in purchasing part of the succession property, specifically a house located on Farragut Street in New Orleans. Thereafter, Ms. Smith and respondent agreed on a purchase…