Back to question index 12. Can the disciplinary proceedings be held in abeyance (temporarily put on hold) if a lawyer is involved in pending criminal or civil litigation?
• Yes. The Committee may hold in abeyance a disciplinary proceeding prior to the filing of a formal complaint when the allegations of the informal complaint contain matters of substantial similarity to the material allegations of pending criminal or civil litigation in which the lawyer is involved. • Upon a showing of good cause, a formal action may be stayed because of substantial similarity to the material allegations of a pending criminal, civil, or disciplinary action.
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- Back to question index 17. Can a lawyer simply resign from the Bar when there are disciplinary proceedings pending against him or her?
