Ignorance No Defense

A disbarred attorney who persisted in notarizing documents after hid disbarment has been permanently disbarred by the Louisiana Supreme Court.

The court

The [Disciplinary B]oard also found respondent’s claim that he was unaware he could not act as a notary public following his disbarment was not credible. The board determined the hearing committee correctly applied the Rules of Professional Conduct. Additionally, the board noted that respondent violated La. R.S. 35:14 by continuing to act as a notary public following his disbarment.

The former attorney defaulted on the charges. (Mike Frisch)