Opinion ID: 1350479
Heading Depth: 1
Heading Rank: 6

Heading: The Jacob Matter

Text: Barbara Jacob hired respondent in 1988 to represent her in her capacity as the appointed personal representative of the estate of Victor McClintic. The estate was not closed until 1994, and during that time bond premiums for the personal representative continued to accrue. Respondent contends some of the delay was caused by his difficulty in locating one of the heirs, who was due $1,300.00. Respondent states that once the heir was found, the heir would not cooperate in certifying payment so that respondent could close the estate. Respondent has received a waiver of the bond premiums from the insurer and reports that he has now closed the estate. Respondent admits his lack of diligence in responding to Ms. Jacob's inquiries and that he did not return many of her phone calls. He further admits his failure to respond to the Board's inquiries in this matter.