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Michael S. McAllister (WSBA No. 22279, admitted 1992), of Spanaway, was disbarred August 22, 2002, by order of the Supreme Court, following a hearing. This discipline was based on his failure to comply with stipulated probation conditions imposed following a disciplinary matter in 1998.
On March 11, 1998, the Supreme Court approved Mr. McAllister’s stipulation to an 18-month suspension followed by two years probation. The probation conditions included requiring Mr. McAllister to obey all laws; abstain from possession, use or consumption of alcohol and/or controlled substances; and continue substance abuse treatment. On February 23, 1999, Mr. McAllister entered a deferred prosecution on charges of driving under the influence of intoxicants, reckless driving and hit and run. Mr. McAllister was reinstated to active practice on September 22, 1999. From November 1999 through the end of the probationary period, Mr. McAllister failed to attend his treatment appointments. On May 2000, Mr. McAllister was charged with driving under the influence of intoxicants, reckless driving and failing to obey a police officer. He entered a guilty plea on these charges in February 2001. In May 2001, Mr. McAllister’s deferred prosecution on the earlier charges was revoked, and the court found him guilty of those offenses.
Mr. McAllister’s conduct violated RLD 5.2, authorizing probation conditions and RLD 1.1(a), prohibiting committing acts evidencing disregard for the rule of law.
Kevin Bank represented the Bar Association. Mr. McAllister represented himself. Thomas Cena was the Hearing Officer.
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