attorney violates rule (Maryland) · Go Syfert
← Maryland issues

attorney violates rule in Maryland

16 Maryland opinions name it 1 courts 2012–2026 9 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Maryland courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (6)

CaseFollowedCited
Attorney Grievance Commission of Maryland v. Frammgreen
md · 2016 · cited in 9 Maryland opinions naming this issue, 2019–2026
2 sentences

2026See Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Framm, 449 Md. 620, 664 (2016) (citation modified) (“We have held that, when an attorney violates a rule of professional conduct, the attorney also violates M[A]RPC 8.4(a).”).

2022Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Framm, 449 Md. 620, 664 , 144 A.3d 827, 853 (2016) (“We have held that, when an attorney violates a rule of professional conduct, the attorney also violates [MARPC 19-30]8.4(a).[14]”) (citation and internal quote omitted).

99
Attorney Grievance Commission v. Younggreen
md · 2015 · cited in 3 Maryland opinions naming this issue, 2016–2022
2 sentences

2022Furthermore, by violating those rules, Ms. Maiden also necessarily violated Rule 8.4(a), pursuant to which “[i]t is professional misconduct for an attorney to . . . violate or attempt to violate the Maryland Attorneys’ Rules of Professional Conduct[.]” See Framm, 449 Md. at 664 (“We have held that, when an attorney violates a rule of professional conduct, the attorney also violates [Rule] 8.4(a).” (quoting Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Young, 445 Md. 93, 106 (2015))). 12 B.

2022Furthermore, by violating those rules, Ms. Maiden also necessarily violated Rule 8.4(a), pursuant to which “[i]t is professional misconduct for an attorney to . . . violate or attempt to violate the Maryland Attorneys’ Rules of Professional Conduct[.]” See Framm, 449 Md. at 664 (“We have held that, when an attorney violates a rule of professional conduct, the attorney also violates [Rule] 8.4(a).” (quoting Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Young, 445 Md. 93, 106 (2015))). 12 B.

23
Attorney Grievance Commission v. Powersgreen
md · 2017 · cited in 1 Maryland opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
2 sentences

2021As we often note, “when an attorney violates a rule of professional conduct, the attorney also violates M[A]RPC 8.4(a).” Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Framm, 449 Md. 620, 664 , 144 A.3d 827, 853 (2016); Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Powers, 454 Md. 79, 107 , 164 A.3d 138, 154 (2017) (citation omitted) (“An attorney violates Rule 8.4(a) when he or she violates other Rules of Professional Conduct.”).

2021As we often note, “when an attorney violates a rule of professional conduct, the attorney also violates M[A]RPC 8.4(a).” Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Framm, 449 Md. 620, 664 , 144 A.3d 827, 853 (2016); Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Powers, 454 Md. 79, 107 , 164 A.3d 138, 154 (2017) (citation omitted) (“An attorney violates Rule 8.4(a) when he or she violates other Rules of Professional Conduct.”).

11
Attorney Grievance Commission v. Rosegreen
md · 2006 · cited in 1 Maryland opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
1 sentence

2021Further, we have found a violation of Rule 8.4(d) when an attorney participates in conduct “which tends to bring the legal profession into disrepute[.]” Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Rose, 391 Md. 101, 111 (2006).

11
Attorney Grievance Commission v. Browngreen
md · 2012 · cited in 1 Maryland opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
2 sentences

2012See Patterson, 421 Md. at 737 , 28 A.3d at 1213 (finding a violation of MLRPC 3.2 when the respondent took no effort to serve process on the defendant and failed to undertake discovery); Brown, 426 Md. at 322-24 , 44 A.3d at 359-60 (finding a violation of MLRPC 3.2 when the respondent did not respond to discovery requests).

2012See Patterson, 421 Md. at 737 , 28 A.3d at 1213 (finding a violation of MLRPC 3.2 when the respondent took no effort to serve process on the defendant and failed to undertake discovery); Brown, 426 Md. at 322-24 , 44 A.3d at 359-60 (finding a violation of MLRPC 3.2 when the respondent did not respond to discovery requests).

11
Attorney Grievance Commission v. Pattersongreen
md · 2011 · cited in 1 Maryland opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
2 sentences

2012See Patterson, 421 Md. at 737 , 28 A.3d at 1213 (finding a violation of MLRPC 3.2 when the respondent took no effort to serve process on the defendant and failed to undertake discovery); Brown, 426 Md. at 322-24 , 44 A.3d at 359-60 (finding a violation of MLRPC 3.2 when the respondent did not respond to discovery requests).

2012See Patterson, 421 Md. at 737 , 28 A.3d at 1213 (finding a violation of MLRPC 3.2 when the respondent took no effort to serve process on the defendant and failed to undertake discovery); Brown, 426 Md. at 322-24 , 44 A.3d at 359-60 (finding a violation of MLRPC 3.2 when the respondent did not respond to discovery requests).

11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Maryland. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (8)

CaseCitedYears
Attorney Grievance Comm'n of Md. v. Lang green
md · 2018
1 sentence

2021Turning to subsection (d) of Rule 8.4, we have stated that an attorney violates this rule “when his or her conduct impacts negatively the public’s perception or efficacy of the courts or legal profession.” Lang, 461 Md. at 66 (citing Barnett, 440 Md. at 267 ).

12021–2021
Attorney Grievance Commission v. Barnett green
md · 2014
1 sentence

2021Turning to subsection (d) of Rule 8.4, we have stated that an attorney violates this rule “when his or her conduct impacts negatively the public’s perception or efficacy of the courts or legal profession.” Lang, 461 Md. at 66 (citing Barnett, 440 Md. at 267 ).

12021–2021
Attorney Grievance Commission v. Rand green
md · 2009
1 sentence

2018Therefore, we overrule this exception and find that Samuel did not violate 8.4(b) and (c). 8.4(d) prohibits an attorney from engaging in "conduct that is prejudicial to the administration of justice." An attorney violates this rule when his or her conduct negatively impacts "the public's perception or efficacy of the courts or legal profession." Attorney Grievance Comm'n v. Rand , 411 Md. 83 , 96, 981 A.2d 1234 (2009).

12018–2018
Attorney Grievance Commission of Maryland v. Thompson green
md · 2009
1 sentence

2018Therefore, we overrule this exception and find that Samuel did not violate 8.4(b) and (c). 8.4(d) prohibits an attorney from engaging in "conduct that is prejudicial to the administration of justice." An attorney violates this rule when his or her conduct negatively impacts "the public's perception or efficacy of the courts or legal profession." Attorney Grievance Comm'n v. Rand , 411 Md. 83 , 96, 981 A.2d 1234 (2009).

12018–2018
Attorney Grievance Commission v. Mitchell green
md · 2015
2 sentences

2017An attorney violates this rule “whenever an attorney makes intentional misrepresentations to Bar Counsel.” Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Mitchell, 445 Md. 241, 259 , 126 A.3d 72 (2015).

2017An attorney violates this rule “whenever an attorney makes intentional misrepresentations to Bar Counsel.” Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Mitchell, 445 Md. 241, 259 , 126 A.3d 72 (2015).

12017–2017
Attorney Grievance Commission v. Khandpur green
md · 2011
2 sentences

2015When imposed, a sanction “should be commensurate with the nature and gravity of the violations and the intent with which they were committed, taking into account the particular circumstances of each case and any aggravating or mitigating factors.” Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Khandpur, 421 Md. 1, 18 , 25 A.3d 165 (2011) (internal quotations omitted).

2015When imposed, a sanction “should be commensurate with the nature and gravity of the violations and the intent with which they were committed, taking into account the particular circumstances of each case and any aggravating or mitigating factors.” Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Khandpur, 421 Md. 1, 18 , 25 A.3d 165 (2011) (internal quotations omitted).

12015–2015
Attorney Grievance Commission v. Brigerman green
md · 2014
2 sentences

2015We have held that, “when an attorney violates a rule of professional conduct, the attorney also violates MLRPC 8.4(a).” Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Smith, 442 Md. 14, 36 , 109 A.3d 1184 (2015); Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Brigerman, 441 Md. 23, 41 , 105 A.3d 467 (2014) (concluding that, “[b]ased on Respondent’s numerous other violations of the MLRPC, Respondent also violated MLRPC 8.4(a)”).

2015We have held that, “when an attorney violates a rule of professional conduct, the attorney also violates MLRPC 8.4(a).” Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Smith, 442 Md. 14, 36 , 109 A.3d 1184 (2015); Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Brigerman, 441 Md. 23, 41 , 105 A.3d 467 (2014) (concluding that, “[b]ased on Respondent’s numerous other violations of the MLRPC, Respondent also violated MLRPC 8.4(a)”).

12015–2015
Attorney Grievance Commission v. Smith green
md · 2015
2 sentences

2015We have held that, “when an attorney violates a rule of professional conduct, the attorney also violates MLRPC 8.4(a).” Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Smith, 442 Md. 14, 36 , 109 A.3d 1184 (2015); Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Brigerman, 441 Md. 23, 41 , 105 A.3d 467 (2014) (concluding that, “[b]ased on Respondent’s numerous other violations of the MLRPC, Respondent also violated MLRPC 8.4(a)”).

2015We have held that, “when an attorney violates a rule of professional conduct, the attorney also violates MLRPC 8.4(a).” Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Smith, 442 Md. 14, 36 , 109 A.3d 1184 (2015); Attorney Grievance Comm’n v. Brigerman, 441 Md. 23, 41 , 105 A.3d 467 (2014) (concluding that, “[b]ased on Respondent’s numerous other violations of the MLRPC, Respondent also violated MLRPC 8.4(a)”).

12015–2015

Where else courts name it

IA 35 (2013–2025) MD 16 (2012–2026) CA 3 (1985–2008) CT 3 (2004–2024) WY 2 (2022–2023)

Opinions by the citing court's state. A doctrine retained in one state and abandoned in another shows up here as a year span that stalls.

← Caselaw search · G Cite Topics · Brief Check