In re Monro - Attorney Discipline
Summary
The Supreme Court of the State of Washington filed an opinion in the case In re Disciplinary Proceeding Against Monro on March 5, 2026. The case involves attorney discipline proceedings, with the court issuing a majority opinion signed by multiple justices.
What changed
The Supreme Court of the State of Washington has issued a final opinion in the attorney disciplinary proceeding against Monro, docket number 202,258-8, filed on March 5, 2026. This opinion represents a final determination in the disciplinary action, following oral argument on October 30, 2025, and the initial filing of the case on May 9, 2025. The specific details of the disciplinary action and the court's ruling are contained within the slip opinion.
Legal professionals involved in disciplinary proceedings, particularly those practicing in Washington State, should review this opinion to understand the court's findings and any implications for professional conduct and sanctions. While no specific compliance deadline is mentioned for external parties, the ruling itself is binding and may set precedents for future disciplinary cases. Counsel for both appellant and respondent have been identified, indicating the parties involved in this specific proceeding.
What to do next
- Review the Supreme Court's opinion in In re Monro for specific findings and implications on attorney conduct.
- Consult with legal counsel regarding any potential impact on current or future disciplinary matters.
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Supreme Court of the State of Washington Opinion Information Sheet
| Docket Number: | 202,258-8 |
| Title of Case: | In re Disciplinary Proceeding Against Monro |
| File Date: | 03/05/2026 |
| Oral Argument Date: | 10/30/2025 |
SOURCE OF APPEAL
| Date first document (petition, etc) was filed at Supreme Court: 05/09/2025 | |
JUSTICES
| Debra L. Stephens | Signed Majority | |
| Charles W. Johnson | Signed Majority | |
| Barbara A. Madsen | Signed Majority | |
| Steven C. González | Signed Majority | |
| Sheryl Gordon McCloud | Concurrence Author | |
| Raquel Montoya-Lewis | Signed Majority | |
| G. Helen Whitener | Signed Majority | |
| Salvador A. Mungia | Signed Majority | |
| Colleen M. Melody | Did Not Participate | |
| Mary I. Yu | Majority Author | Justice Pro Tempore |
COUNSEL OF RECORD
| Counsel for Appellant(s) | |
| | Peter Alan Offenbecher |
| | Skellenger Bender PS |
| | 520 Pike St. Ste. 1001 |
| | Seattle, WA, 98101-4092 |
| | |
| | Jule S. Freeman |
| | Skellenger Bender PS |
| | 520 Pike St. Ste. 1001 |
| | Seattle, WA, 98101 |
| | |
| | Robert C. Owen |
| | Law Office of Robert C. Owen |
| | P. O. Box 607425 |
| | Chicago, IL, 60660-7381 |
| Counsel for Respondent(s) | |
| | Henry Marcus Cruz |
| | Washington State Bar Association |
| | 1325 4th Ave. Ste. 600 |
| | Seattle, WA, 98101-2539 |
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