Terri Lea

DCCA Order (January 20, 2011)

Summary: The D.C. Court of Appeals suspended Lea for 180 days in addition and consecutive to the period of suspension imposed in In re Lea, 969 A.2d 881 (D.C. 2009). Lea violated rules pertaining to unauthorized practice of law; made false or misleading communications about the lawyer or her services; used letterhead or other professional designation in violation of Rule 7.1; failed to respond to Bar Counsel’s lawful demand for information; participated in conduct involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation; and engaged in conduct that seriously interferes with the administration of justice. In addition, Lea failed to comply with an order of the board compelling a response to Bar Counsel inquiries. Specifically, while administratively suspended for nonpayment of dues, Lea represented a claimant in an automobile accident. Rules 5.5(a), 7.1, 7.5, 8.1(b), 8.4(c) and 8.4(d) and D.C. Bar R. XI, § 2(b)(3).

Board Report and Orders (February 4, 2010)

Summary: The Board on Professional Responsibility recommends that the D.C. Court of Appeals suspend Lea for 180 days in addition and consecutive to the period of suspension imposed in Lea I. Lea violated rules pertaining to the unauthorized practice of law; making false or misleading communications about the lawyer or her services; using letterhead or other professional designation in violation of Rule 7.1; failure to respond to the Office of Bar Counsel’s lawful demand of information; conduct involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation; and engaging in conduct that seriously interferes with the administration of justice. In addition, Lea failed to comply with an order of the board compelling a response to Bar Counsel’s inquiries. Specifically, while administratively suspended for nonpayment of dues, Lea represented a claimant in an automobile accident. Rules 5.5(a), 7.1, 7.5, 8.1(b), 8.4(c), and 8.4(d) and D.C. Bar R. XI, § 2(b)(3).

Hearing Committee Report (June 12, 2009)

Summary: Not yet available.