7dawg
08-26-2017, 10:23 AM
...ramifications? To the Mississippi BAR or any other BAR, how would this look if a complaint is filed? I am certain something like $5k, $15k, or $20k to a high school recruit does not constitute a BAR dismissal, but a complaint? Maybe so. A complaint the attorney would have to reply to and explain his or her side of things. So, what's the big deal then? Say this attorney has several big cases or pending cases in other states he or her is not licensed. To become licensed or (pro hac vice - able to practice in another state), said attorney must disclose any pending or past BAR complaints. How would these shady cash dealings look to another's state's court when applying for pro hac vice? Some states are very strict on this. Attorney's are supposed to be held at a very high standard (please hold the wise cracks) in the eyes of the court. When applying for pro hac vice, the other side (defendant or plaintiff) can object based on the above grounds, or file a complaint themselves to the BAR. Actually, if an attorney knows of any other attorney in his or her state, that has been unethical, they are bound to report the unethical conduct to the BAR.
Being denied or suspension of Pro Hac Vice in a state where a multi-million dollar lawsuit is filed or pending could cost said attorney a lot of money. So, is it worth it to any attorney (an officer of the court) to get involved in paying recruits to attend his or her alma mater? Just a question for everyone to ponder....
No, I am not an attorney. Any attorneys can feel free to offer your opinion.
Being denied or suspension of Pro Hac Vice in a state where a multi-million dollar lawsuit is filed or pending could cost said attorney a lot of money. So, is it worth it to any attorney (an officer of the court) to get involved in paying recruits to attend his or her alma mater? Just a question for everyone to ponder....
No, I am not an attorney. Any attorneys can feel free to offer your opinion.