Narrative Opinion Summary
An investigation by the Office of Disciplinary Counsel (ODC) revealed that Heidi M. Vessel, Louisiana Bar Roll number 29015, made inappropriate comments to employees at the East Baton Rouge Parish Family Court clerk’s office. Following the formal charges, Vessel and the ODC submitted a joint petition for consent discipline. The court accepted this petition, resulting in a public reprimand for Vessel. Additionally, all costs and expenses related to the proceedings are to be paid by Vessel, accruing legal interest from thirty days post-judgment until fully paid.
Legal Issues Addressed
Consent Discipline in Attorney Misconduct Casessubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The court accepted a joint petition for consent discipline submitted by the attorney and the Office of Disciplinary Counsel, which led to a public reprimand.
Reasoning: Following the formal charges, Vessel and the ODC submitted a joint petition for consent discipline. The court accepted this petition, resulting in a public reprimand for Vessel.
Responsibility for Costs in Disciplinary Proceedingssubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The attorney is required to pay all costs and expenses related to the disciplinary proceedings, with interest accruing after a specified period.
Reasoning: Additionally, all costs and expenses related to the proceedings are to be paid by Vessel, accruing legal interest from thirty days post-judgment until fully paid.