Opinion
MR 19627.
September 2004.
Summary of Misconduct:
Mr. LaPine, who was licensed in 1991, was suspended for two years and until further order of the Court. He neglected two separate matters, failed to communicate with his clients, did not refund unearned fees, and essentially abandoned his law practice. He was previously sanctioned for similar misconduct.
Order of the Court:
The petition by the Administrator of the Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission to impose discipline on consent pursuant to Supreme Court Rule 762(b) is allowed, and respondent John Edward LaPine is suspended from the practice of law for two years and until further order of the Court.