Narrative Opinion Summary
Gene M. Haugen is to be transferred to disability inactive status pending a determination of his capacity to continue practicing law. This decision follows a proceeding initiated under subdivision (b) of Rule 17 and Rule 18, as well as other relevant provisions of the North Dakota Rules of Disciplinary Procedure. Additionally, the Honorable Wallace D. Berning is ordered to act in accordance with Rule 17(d) of the NDRDP to take necessary actions that will safeguard the interests of Mr. Haugen and his clients.
Legal Issues Addressed
Disability Inactive Status under Disciplinary Rulessubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The court orders the transfer of Gene M. Haugen to disability inactive status while assessing his capacity to practice law.
Reasoning: Gene M. Haugen is to be transferred to disability inactive status pending a determination of his capacity to continue practicing law.
Proceedings under Rule 17 and Rule 18 of North Dakota Rules of Disciplinary Proceduresubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The proceedings were initiated under these rules to determine the appropriate status of the attorney in question.
Reasoning: This decision follows a proceeding initiated under subdivision (b) of Rule 17 and Rule 18, as well as other relevant provisions of the North Dakota Rules of Disciplinary Procedure.
Protection of Client Interests under Rule 17(d) of NDRDPsubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The Honorable Wallace D. Berning is tasked with taking actions to protect the interests of the attorney's clients during this transition.
Reasoning: Additionally, the Honorable Wallace D. Berning is ordered to act in accordance with Rule 17(d) of the NDRDP to take necessary actions that will safeguard the interests of Mr. Haugen and his clients.