The Case of Indiana Attorney Jacob R. Agee
The legal career of Indiana attorney Jacob R. Agee was ended by his own criminal conduct. Following his felony conviction in a fatal drunk driving crash, Agee submitted his resignation from the bar, a move that formally acknowledges his inability to defend himself against professional disciplinary charges. The Criminal Offense and Sentencing The disciplinary action […]
Attorney Randy Godshalk Resigns from the Bar Amidst Allegations of Witness Bribing and Perjury
In a disciplinary conclusion that underscores the absolute necessity of integrity in the legal field, Indiana attorney Randy Godshalk chose to exit the profession via a resignation from the bar. This action came while Godshalk was under an immediate suspension, and it concluded a serious disciplinary proceeding built around allegations that he facilitated a witness […]
Attorney James B. Dillon Suspended for Client Neglect and Dishonesty
The foundational principles of the legal profession—competence, diligence, and honest communication—were systematically abandoned by Indiana attorney James B. Dillon. His pattern of professional misconduct, spanning multiple client cases, resulted in court dismissals, significant financial harm to his clients, and ultimately, a disciplinary suspension from the practice of law by the Indiana Supreme Court. The Scope […]
James K. Wisco: Attorney Suspended After Felony Theft Conviction
The case of James K. Wisco is a distressing example of a trusted public servant and attorney who succumbed to a personal vice, leading to a catastrophic betrayal of public trust. Wisco, who once served as a respected Martinsville City Councilman and Morgan County Attorney in Indiana, had his legal career terminated and his reputation […]
The Illinois Attorney Who Lost His License Over Domestic Violence
In the legal profession, a license to practice is more than just a certification—it’s a badge of public trust. When an attorney’s personal conduct violates the law in a way that reflects poorly on their fitness for the job, the consequences from the disciplinary board can be severe. This was the case for Illinois attorney […]
How Alger V. Boswell III Was Suspended
In the legal profession, integrity is non-negotiable, and cooperating with disciplinary authorities is a fundamental duty. When an attorney refuses to acknowledge or respond to a formal ethics grievance, the resulting sanction is swift, certain, and often permanent. The case of Indiana attorney Alger V. Boswell III demonstrates this principle perfectly. His disciplinary fate was […]
K.O. Johnson: Disbarment for Federal Bankruptcy Fraud
In the legal profession, trust is currency. When an attorney, particularly one whose practice involves complex financial matters like bankruptcy, chooses to violate that trust for personal gain, the consequences are swift, severe, and final. For Illinois attorney Kevin O. Johnson, commonly known as K.O. Johnson, a pattern of dishonesty involving both his clients’ debts […]
Attorney Lori Kieffer-Garrison: The Price of Repeat Ethical Failures
The practice of law requires not only competence and diligence but also an unwavering commitment to honesty with clients and the court. For Iowa and Illinois attorney Lori Jo Kieffer-Garrison, a sustained pattern of neglect and outright deception led to multiple sanctions, culminating in an indefinite suspension of her license. Kieffer-Garrison’s disciplinary history reveals a […]
Sheldon Banks Attorney Suspension and Conversion
In the world of law, the fiduciary duty, the absolute obligation to handle a client’s money and legal matter with the highest level of care and honesty, is the bedrock of the profession. When an attorney repeatedly violates this trust, the consequences are severe and often permanent. For veteran Illinois attorney Sheldon Lee Banks, a […]
Why a Felony OWI Conviction Cost Attorney Cherie Ramage Her License
For attorneys, the standard of conduct extends far beyond the confines of the courtroom or the client conference room. A lawyer’s personal behavior is constantly scrutinized, as any criminal act can be interpreted as reflecting adversely on their fitness to practice law. The case of Indiana attorney Cherie Ramage is a recent and powerful reminder […]