Iowa Supreme Court Board of Professional Ethics & Conduct v. Mears

McGIVERIN, Chief Justice.

This attorney disciplinary proceeding involves respondent Philip B. Mears’ handling of two prisoner relief eases. A division of our Grievance Commission (Commission) found that Mears’ conduct violated the Iowa Code of Professional Responsibility for Lawyers (Code) and recommended that he be publicly reprimanded. We agree with the Commission’s findings and recommendation.

I. Background facts and proceedings. Philip B. Mears, an attorney licensed to practice law in Iowa, maintains an office in Iowa City and employs several attorney associates and staff. Since 1986 or…