Sunday, September 23, 2012

Idaho attorney Public Reprimand and Probation




Student Name: Kara Lansberry
 


On May 3, 2012 Stephen M. Johnson was reprimand and placed on probation for two years. Mr. Johnson was also practicing law in Arizona.  While practicing law in Arizona he failed to communicate with his client regarding a criminal post-conviction relief matter for six months. Mr. Johnson was preparing for and conducting a capital jury trial.

Mr. Johnson violated the Arizona Rules of Professional Conduct 1.2 Scope of representation, 1.3 Diligence, 1.4 Communication, 1.16(a) Failure to withdraw and 8.4(d) Conduct Prejudicial to Administration of Justice. Mr.