CT HB07267

Attorneys who are suspended, disbarred, placed on inactive status, or resign must resign from all fiduciary positions (guardian, executor, administrator, trustee, attorney-in-fact) within 14 days of the order entry date.

Suspended or disbarred attorneys must notify all wards, heirs, and beneficiaries in writing within 14 days, informing them of the attorney's disqualification and directing them to seek alternative fiduciary representation or legal counsel.

Attorneys must refund unearned advance fees, close all trust and fiduciary accounts, and properly disburse or transfer all fiduciary funds within 14 days.

Within 21 days of the order, attorneys must file an affidavit with the State-Wide Grievance Committee certifying compliance, including copies of notices, mailing addresses, bank account information, and proof of fund distribution.

The Superior Court may appoint a commissioner at the suspended or disbarred attorney's expense to enforce these requirements if necessary; suspension orders may be immediate while disbarment orders become effective 30 days after entry unless otherwise ordered.