In Re Murph

In this attorney grievance matter, the Office of Disciplinary Counsel filed formal charges against respondent, alleging mis conduct in eighteen different matters. Respondent did not answer the formal charges nor did he appear at the hearing before the sub-panel. The sub-panel and, thereafter, a full panel, found respondent in default and recommended disbarment.

Failure to answer formal charges or to appear when specifically ordered by the hearing panel shall constitute an admission of the factual allegations in the complaint. Rule 24(b), RLDE, Rule 413, SCACR. Because respondent failed to…