In re the Disciplinary Proceeding Against Whitt

The Washington State Bar Association (hereinafter WSBA) charged Ms. Linda J. Whitt with three counts of misconduct. The most egregious count relates to making false representations and fabricating evidence during the disciplinary process. The hearing officer recommended disbarment. On review, a majority of the WSBA Disciplinary Board (hereinafter board) found mitigating factors and recommended the following disciplinary sanction: a two year suspension, a psychological evaluation prior to seeking readmission to the bar, and a two year probationary period with periodic checks on Ms. Whitt’s law…