Opinion ID: 1894869
Heading Depth: 1
Heading Rank: 18

Heading: suspension recommendation approved by court

Text: The Court has reviewed the matter pursuant to Rule 9(e) of the Rules of the Board on Professional Responsibility. The Board's Report is approved in Board Case Nos. 66, 69, 70, 71 and 126, 1997. Accordingly, it is adjudged and ordered that Sullivan be disciplined as follows: (1) Sullivan shall be prohibited and suspended from engaging in the practice of law as a member of the Delaware Bar for a period of eighteen months commencing September 1, 1998, when Sullivan voluntarily ceased practicing law. (2) During the suspension period, Sullivan shall conduct no act directly or indirectly constituting the practice of law, including the sharing or receipt of any legal fees. (3) Sullivan shall comply with the provisions of Rules 22 and 23 of the Rules of the Board on Professional Responsibility. (4) Sullivan shall make arrangements with another member or members of the Delaware Bar to protect the interests of his clients during the period of suspension, and shall submit to the Court on or before May 1, 1999, a certificate of compliance with this paragraph, co-signed by the attorney or attorneys who have undertaken such assignment. (5) This Court will consider the Board's other recommendations in the event Sullivan petitions for reinstatement. (6) This Order is to be disseminated by Disciplinary Counsel in accordance with Rule 14 of the Rules of the Board on Professional Responsibility.