Chief Disciplinary Counsel
The Chief Disciplinary Counsel, located in Jefferson City, MO, operates as the Office of Legal Ethics Counsel & Advisory Committee of the Supreme Court of Missouri. The Counsel provides informal ethics opinions to lawyers and offers various ethics resources on its website for legal professionals. Additionally, it serves as counsel and staff for the Advisory Committee of the Supreme Court of Missouri.
The Advisory Committee, comprising lawyers and nonlawyers, is responsible for overseeing disciplinary hearing panel proceedings and may provide formal opinions as per Missouri Supreme Court Rule 5.30(a). It reviews closed lawyer complaint files and can approve financial institutions to hold client trust accounts. The Committee also has the authority to waive penalties and fees in cases of incapacity.
With members such as Chair Jill A. Kanatzar and Vice-Chair Jane A. Rackers, the Advisory Committee ensures compliance with legal ethics rules and upholds the standards set by the Supreme Court of Missouri. For individuals seeking guidance on legal ethics matters, the Office of Legal Ethics Counsel offers a wealth of information and resources through its online platform.
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