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Kentucky Attorney Disciplinary Orders - July 2019

The Kentucky Court Report published a notice stating that no attorney disciplinary orders were issued in July 2019. This notice serves as an informational update for legal professionals and the public regarding disciplinary actions.

June 2019 Attorney Discipline Orders

The Kentucky Court Report has published a summary of attorney discipline orders for June 2019. The orders include suspensions, permanent disbarment, and reinstatements for several legal professionals in Kentucky. These actions reflect the outcomes of disciplinary proceedings against attorneys.

Daniel Patterson Reinstated to SC Bar

The Supreme Court of South Carolina has granted the petitions for reinstatement of Daniel Crawford Patterson to the practice of law. Patterson was previously suspended for disciplinary reasons and administrative failures.

Supreme Court of South Carolina: New Rule 29 for Judicial Disciplinary Enforcement

The Supreme Court of South Carolina has promulgated new Rule 29 of the Rules for Judicial Disciplinary Enforcement, establishing a standing committee of independent lawyers to handle ethical misconduct complaints against members of the Supreme Court. The order also amends the membership of this committee.

David F. Stoddard Suspended Nine Months by SC Court

The Supreme Court of South Carolina has suspended attorney David F. Stoddard from the practice of law for nine months following an Agreement for Discipline by Consent. An order has been issued appointing a receiver to manage Mr. Stoddard's client files and accounts.

Attorney Daniel Carson Bolles Suspended, Receiver Appointed

The Supreme Court of South Carolina has suspended attorney Daniel Carson Bolles' license to practice law and appointed a receiver to manage his client files and accounts. This action follows a petition from the Office of Disciplinary Counsel.

Supreme Court Appoints Receiver for Attorney Mark Maniscalco

The Supreme Court of South Carolina has appointed a receiver for attorney Mark Maniscalco due to his transfer to incapacity inactive status. John Earle Tyler, Esquire, is appointed to protect the interests of Mr. Maniscalco's clients by assuming responsibility for client files and financial accounts.

Florida Supreme Court Disciplines Nine Attorneys

The Florida Supreme Court has disciplined nine attorneys, suspending eight and reprimanding one, based on orders issued between September 18 and November 25, 2025. The disciplinary actions stem from violations of professional conduct rules, including felony convictions and other offenses.

Florida Supreme Court Disciplines Five Attorneys

The Florida Supreme Court disciplined five attorneys in February 2026, including four suspensions and one reprimand. The Florida Bar announced these actions, which are part of the state's disciplinary system for its over 115,000 members.

Florida Supreme Court Disciplines 11 Attorneys

The Florida Supreme Court disciplined 11 attorneys between October and December 2025, including two disbarments and six suspensions. The Florida Bar acts as the state's guardian for the integrity of the legal profession.