In re: Philip E. Prewitt

Summary

The Court found that Philip E. Prewitt committed professional misconduct by attempting to coerce a judicial-election opponent through threats and by threatening to disclose confidential information obtained from a former client. Applying de novo review, the Court determined that the violations warranted an indefinite suspension with no leave to seek reinstatement for two years. The Court did not reach Prewitt’s First Amendment arguments because the discipline was independently supported by rule violations.