Opinion
Administrative Order No. 2010-98
September 1, 2010
In accordance with Rule 50, Arizona Rules of the Supreme Court, and Administrative Order No. 99-63, the Supreme Court is responsible for appointing hearing officers for the purpose of adjudicating disciplinary matters regarding attorneys. Therefore, after due consideration,
IT IS ORDERED that the Court approves the appointment of retired Justice Michael D. Ryan as a paid hearing officer for the purpose of adjudicating disciplinary matters regarding attorneys. As to hearing officer Ryan, the provisions of Rule 50, Arizona Rules of the Supreme Court, that provide the Court may appoint hearing officers for a three-year term upon the recommendation of the Disciplinary Commission and that preclude compensation for hearing officer service, are suspended. The appointment of Justice Michael D. Ryan as a hearing officer is effective upon entry of this Order and shall continue until the Court determines his services are no longer needed.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that hearing officer Ryan shall be compensated for his services at a rate determined by the Administrative Director and in accordance with the approved employee compensation schedule.
Dated this 1st day of September, 2010.