Disciplinary Action
Effective Date: August 24, 2023
Sanction: Six-month suspension
Bar Number: WSBA No. 33987
Rules Violated
Du Wors violated the following Rules of Professional Conduct:
- RPC 8.4(c) - Dishonesty, Fraud, Deceit or Misrepresentation
- RPC 8.4(d) - Prejudicial to the Administration of Justice
- RPC 8.4(i) - Moral Turpitude, Corruption or Disregard of Rule of Law
Factual Basis
Du Wors stipulated to suspension based on his conduct related to an automobile accident and insurance claim. Specifically, he admitted to:
- Committing acts that resulted in conviction for hit and run - unattended vehicle
- Committing acts that resulted in conviction for driving under the influence
- Making false statements to police
- Making false statements to his insurance company regarding:
- The hit and run incident
- His insurance claim
Procedural History
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| July 19, 2023 | Stipulation to Suspension filed |
| July 19, 2023 | Disciplinary Board Order Approving Stipulation |
| August 17, 2023 | Washington Supreme Court Order Imposing Suspension |
| August 24, 2023 | Six-month suspension effective |
| February 2024 | Suspension concludes |
Counsel
- Disciplinary Counsel: Marsha Matsumoto, Marina Busse
- Respondent's Counsel: Todd Maybrown
- Hearing Officer: Anthony A. Russo
- Settlement Hearing Officer: Joseph M. Mano Jr.
Source Documents
- WSBA Order Approving Stipulation
- Stipulation to Suspension
- Washington Supreme Court Order
- Washington State Bar News, November 2023 Discipline Notices