The Florida Bar v. Eugene Keith Polk

Summary

The court approved the referee’s factual findings and determinations that Polk violated several professional-conduct rules, but rejected the recommended ten-day suspension. Applying the broader standard of review applicable to discipline, the court imposed a ninety-day suspension followed by three years of probation because Polk’s prolonged neglect, failures to respond, misrepresentation, and conduct during the disciplinary proceedings warranted a more substantial sanction.