In Re Bagwell

This matter is before the Court on Benjamin Lanier Bagwell’s petition for voluntary discipline in which he seeks a suspension ranging from six months to two years, with conditions for reinstatement. The State Bar recommends acceptance of the petition and imposition of a two-year suspension with conditions for reinstatement.

The record shows that five former clients have filed grievances against Bagwell. In his petition Bagwell admits that in connection with his representation of these clients he failed to communicate with his clients and he failed to timely and properly pursue the legal…