In the Matter of Gene N. Chavez, Esquire

Summary

The Court adopted findings that Gene N. Chavez committed multiple ethical violations in a legal malpractice matter and a criminal defense matter, including dishonesty, incompetence, lack of diligence, and an unreasonable limitation on representation. It concluded that public censure alone was insufficient because Chavez knowingly submitted false statements, failed to correct them, neglected client matters, and caused adverse effects on legal proceedings and client interests. The Court imposed a one-year suspension, deferred nine months, continued supervised probation for one year, assessed costs, and ordered public censure.