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In Re: Designation of Vice Chair of PA IOLTA Board

Citation: Not availableDocket: 183 Disciplinary Rules

Court: Supreme Court of Pennsylvania; August 29, 2019; Pennsylvania; State Supreme Court

Original Court Document: View Document

Narrative Opinion Summary

Stella L. Smetanka, Esquire, from Allegheny County, is appointed as Vice-Chair of the Pennsylvania Interest on Lawyers Trust Account Board, effective November 1, 2019. This designation is formally recorded in a per curiam order issued by the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania on August 29, 2019.

Legal Issues Addressed

Appointment of Legal Professionals to Judicial Boards

Application: The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania exercises its authority to appoint individuals to positions within judicial boards, ensuring these positions are filled with qualified professionals.

Reasoning: Stella L. Smetanka, Esquire, from Allegheny County, is appointed as Vice-Chair of the Pennsylvania Interest on Lawyers Trust Account Board, effective November 1, 2019.

Effective Date of Judicial Appointments

Application: The court specifies the date on which appointments to judicial boards take effect, providing clarity and legal validity to the appointment process.

Reasoning: This designation is formally recorded in a per curiam order issued by the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania on August 29, 2019.