Disciplinary Counsel v. Mollica

Summary

The Ohio Supreme Court affirmed the Board of Professional Conduct’s finding that attorney Matthew C. Mollica misrepresented his time on court‑appointed fee applications, violating Professional Conduct Rule 8.4(c). The Court imposed a one‑year suspension conditionally stayed, contingent on no further misconduct and payment of costs, citing substantial mitigating evidence. The decision relied on clear and convincing evidence and compared Mollica’s conduct to prior disciplinary cases.