Narrative Opinion Summary
Michael Andrew Giacomazza is indefinitely suspended from practicing law in Maryland, effective immediately, following a Joint Petition for Indefinite Suspension by Consent. This decision, issued by the Court of Appeals of Maryland on May 13, 2014, is based on violations of Maryland Lawyers’ Rules of Professional Conduct, specifically Rule 8.4(a) and (d). The Court ordered the Clerk to remove Giacomazza's name from the register of attorneys and to notify the Trustees of the Client Protection Fund and all judicial tribunals in the state regarding this suspension.
Legal Issues Addressed
Indefinite Suspension from Legal Practicesubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The Court of Appeals of Maryland has imposed an indefinite suspension on Michael Andrew Giacomazza from practicing law, demonstrating the application of disciplinary measures for violations of professional conduct rules.
Reasoning: Michael Andrew Giacomazza is indefinitely suspended from practicing law in Maryland, effective immediately, following a Joint Petition for Indefinite Suspension by Consent.
Procedural Requirements for Attorney Suspensionsubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The Court followed procedural protocols by ordering the removal of Giacomazza's name from the attorney register and notifying relevant entities, ensuring that the suspension is effectively communicated and enforced within the legal system.
Reasoning: The Court ordered the Clerk to remove Giacomazza's name from the register of attorneys and to notify the Trustees of the Client Protection Fund and all judicial tribunals in the state regarding this suspension.
Violation of Maryland Lawyers’ Rules of Professional Conductsubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The disciplinary action was based on Giacomazza's violations of specific rules under the Maryland Lawyers’ Rules of Professional Conduct, emphasizing the enforcement of ethical standards for legal professionals.
Reasoning: This decision, issued by the Court of Appeals of Maryland on May 13, 2014, is based on violations of Maryland Lawyers’ Rules of Professional Conduct, specifically Rule 8.4(a) and (d).