Discipline Notice - Allan B. Bakalian

License Number: 14255
Member Name: Allan B. Bakalian
Discipline Detail
Action: Reprimand
Effective Date: 1/28/2020
RPC: 8.1 - Bar Admission Matters
8.4 - Misconduct
Discipline Notice: Order Approving Stipulation
Stipulation
Notice of Reprimand
Description: Allan Byers Bakalian (WSBA No. 14255, admitted 1984) of Redmond, was reprimanded, effective 1/28/2020, by order of the hearing officer. Bakalian’s conduct violated the following Rules of Professional Conduct: 8.1 (Bar Admission and Disciplinary Matters), 8.4 (Misconduct).

In relation to his representation of a client in a trust matter, Bakalian stipulated to a reprimand for failing to promptly respond to a grievance when requested by Disciplinary Counsel, and failing to respond to a subpoena from the Office of Disciplinary Counsel. Bakalian did ultimately respond to the grievance.

Kathy Jo Blake acted as disciplinary counsel. Kevin M. Bank represented respondent. Henry E. Stiles, III was the hearing officer. Timothy J. Parker was the settlement hearing officer. The online version of Washington State Bar News contains links to the following documents: Order on Stipulation to Reprimand; Stipulation to Reprimand; and Notice of Reprimand.


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