Supreme Court of Colorado
The People of the State of Colorado, Complainant v. Judith Anne Eaton, Respondent
July 23, 2010240 P.3d 1282
Summary
The court entered default against Judith Anne Eaton after she failed to answer the disciplinary complaint, deeming the alleged facts admitted and the rule violations established. It found that Eaton neglected two client matters, failed to communicate, mishandled settlement funds, and misrepresented the status of a case, causing serious injury or potential injury. Applying the governing sanction standards and considering aggravating and mitigating circumstances, the court imposed a two-year suspension and assessed proceeding costs.