Erin McCann to Retire After 23 Years with ARDC

If you are lucky, at some point in your career you will have the opportunity to work with someone who is smart, efficient and just a pleasure to be around.  We at the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission have been that lucky for almost 23 years because we’ve had the privilege to work with [...]

Maricopa decision

The 247-page Thomas/Aubuchon/Alexander opinion from the Presiding Disciplinary Judge of the Supreme Court of Arizona regarding the outcome of disciplinary charges against the former county attorney and two of his deputies.  Andrew Thomas and Lisa Aubuchon were disbarred and  Rachel Alexander received a 6-month suspension. Here is also a link to the Azcentral.com’s reporting of the decision.

The Maricopa Courthouse War

Read this engrossing ABA Journal article written by Terry Carter,  about the disciplinary hearing of former-County Attorney Andrew Thomas in Maricopa County, Arizona.  The Arizona Supreme Court  enlisted the assistance of outside bar counsel from Colorado as part of the investigation.  You can check out video of the hearings on the Arizona Judicial Branch website.  The next hearing [...]

California pushing mortgage foreclosure reform measures

The California legislature has introduced a string of bills meant to reform the mortgage foreclosure process.  Read more of the Daily Journal February 29, 2012 article.

California attorney’s suspension could impact Katrina victim trials

A California attorney is fighting his suspension for illegal campaign contributions to John Edwards presidential campaign. The attorney wants to represent Hurricane Katrina victims in federal court in Lousiana but may face reciprocal discpline. Read more of the March 22, 2012 Daily Journal article.

2012 OBI Conference-New Orleans

The 2012 OBI Conference will take place in New Orleans on October 23-26. Make your plans to join us at the Astor Crowne Plaza in downtown New Orleans!

2012 OBI Conference-New Orleans

The 2012 OBI Conference will take place in New Orleans. Check out the home page for further details.

Missouri Trust Accounting and Overdraft Notification article

Kelly Dillon (Missouri) has written an informative article regarding the safeguarding of trust account property in Missouri and what steps can be taken to avoid overdrafts and possible investigation.  The article is on the Education page under the “Documents” section.

Special Award

Former OBI President Mike Hall received a special acknowledgement from OBI for his service and dedication to OBI. Pictured is OBI President Scott O’Neal presenting the award to Mike Hall.

2012 OBI Board

OBI 2012 Board Members Melissa Hil, Erin Ross-Johnson, Michelle Burton, Randy Ross, Dawn Reid, James Pangborn and Scott O’Neal.

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