In the Matter of Marsha Williams Mignott

Summary

The Supreme Court of Georgia dismissed the disciplinary proceeding against Marsha Williams Mignott, holding that Rules 1.8(b) and 1.9(c)(2) of the Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct apply only to actual or former clients, not prospective clients, and that the State Bar failed to prove a violation by clear and convincing evidence. The Court also affirmed that the applicable substantive rules are determined at the time of the underlying conduct, consistent with due‑process notice requirements.