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Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. D'Alba

Citation: 797 A.2d 890Docket: No. 182 Disciplinary Docket No. 3

Court: Supreme Court of Pennsylvania; April 29, 2002; Pennsylvania; State Supreme Court

Narrative Opinion Summary

Joseph James D'Alba is suspended from the Bar of Pennsylvania for three months, effective April 29, 2002. This decision follows the Report and Recommendations from the Disciplinary Board dated March 8, 2002. D'Alba must adhere to all provisions of Rule 217 of the Pennsylvania Rules of Disciplinary Enforcement (Pa.R.D.E.) during his suspension. Additionally, he is ordered to pay costs to the Disciplinary Board as per Rule 208(g) of Pa.R.D.E.

Legal Issues Addressed

Attorney Suspension under Disciplinary Enforcement

Application: The case involves the suspension of an attorney from practicing law for a specific period due to disciplinary actions.

Reasoning: Joseph James D'Alba is suspended from the Bar of Pennsylvania for three months, effective April 29, 2002.

Compliance with Disciplinary Rules during Suspension

Application: The suspended attorney is required to comply with specific rules set forth by the disciplinary authority during the suspension period.

Reasoning: D'Alba must adhere to all provisions of Rule 217 of the Pennsylvania Rules of Disciplinary Enforcement (Pa.R.D.E.) during his suspension.

Obligation to Pay Disciplinary Costs

Application: The attorney is mandated to pay the costs associated with the disciplinary proceedings as determined by the relevant rules.

Reasoning: Additionally, he is ordered to pay costs to the Disciplinary Board as per Rule 208(g) of Pa.R.D.E.