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Supreme Court Published Opinions - October 2020

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The summary following each opinion is prepared to offer lawyers and the public a general overview of what a particular opinion decides. The summary is not necessarily a full description of the issues discussed in an opinion.


10-7-2020 - Opinions

27998 - In the Matter of Richard G. Wern

The Court disbars Respondent for misconduct relating to his trust account.

27999 - In the Matter of Kimberly L. Smith

The Court disbarred Respondent from the practice of law in South Carolina for, inter alia, failure to act with reasonable diligence and promptness in representing clients, failure to reasonably communicate with clients, and providing financial assistance to a client.