Regulating Lawyers: The process and the Punishment

Question 1

Lawyers is Subject to discipline if:

Answer 1

1) Violates or attempts to violate the RPC, or knowingly assist or induce another to do so.
2) Commits a criminal act that reflects on Lawyers honesty, and trustworthiness
3) Engages in conduct involving dishonest, fraud, deceit or mis rep.
4) Engages in conduct prejudicial to the administration of justice.

Question 6019

Types of Disciplin

Answer 6019

1) Private Reprimand
2) Public Centur <— Published
3) Suspension
4) Disbarment

Question 6020

Unauthorized Practice

Answer 6020

Cant do it where not admitted and cant help others who are not admitted.

1) a multi-jurisdiction law firm must, when identifying the lawyer in an office of the firm, indicate the jurisdictional limitation of those not licensed to practice in the jurisdiction where the office is located.
2) Any law office located in NV must register with the state and pay an annual fee of $500.00