Discipline Notice - Robert J. Van Idour

License Number: 000009701210
Member Name: Robert J. Van Idour
Discipline Detail
Action: Suspension
Effective Date: 9/14/2021
RPC: 5.5 - Unauthorized Practice of Law
Discipline Notice: Disciplinary Board Order Conditionally Approving Stipulation
Joint Consent Under ELC 9.1(e)(d)
Stipulation
Supreme Court Order
Description: Robert Jerry Van Idour (WSBA No. 9701210) of Lewiston, ID, was suspended for 18 months, effective 9/14/2021, by order of the Washington Supreme Court. Van Idour’s conduct violated the following Rules of Professional Conduct: 5.5 (Unauthorized Practice of Law; Multijurisdictional Practice of Law).

In relation to his representation of over 100 clients in Asotin County Superior Court under an indigent defense contract, Van Idour stipulated to a suspension for practicing law in Washington without authorization.

Benjamin J. Attanasio acted as disciplinary counsel. Kevin M. Bank represented Respondent. Donald William Carter was the hearing officer. Andre M. Penalver was the settlement hearing officer. The online version of Washington State Bar News contains links to the following documents: Disciplinary Board Order Conditionally Approving Stipulation; Joint Consent Under ELC 9.1(e)(d); Stipulation to Suspension; and Washington Supreme Court Order.


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