Not A Scintilla

An attorney admitted to practice in 2007 has been disbarred by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.

The report of the Disciplinary Board notes that the initial misconduct was relatively minor and involved his failure to appear to receive an informal admonition.

However, he failed to participate in the ensuing proceedings and thus displayed his indifference t o his responsibilities.

Had he shown a “scintilla of interest” in retaining his license by responding to the charges, disbarment would likely not have been proposed and imposed. (Mike Frisch)