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 Enforcementsubscribe to see similar legal issues
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 Suspensionsubscribe to see similar legal issues
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 Costssubscribe to see similar legal issues
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.