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Solicitor suspended over outstanding accounts
Summary
The High Court suspended Dublin solicitor Michael Lovett of Lovett O'Donnell Solicitors, Ranelagh, until he files all outstanding accounts. Judge Nicholas Kearns issued the order after the Law Society applied on behalf of the Society, seeking to compel Lovett to cooperate with the Society's Regulation Department. Chartered accountant Rory O'Neill was appointed in January to inspect Lovett's practice for compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Regulations. O'Neill reported that Lovett failed to cooperate: he declined to allow an inspection, postponed it for a family matter, and ignored repeated calls and attempts to arrange the inspection. Lovett also missed two Regulation of Practice Committee meetings where his non‑cooperation was discussed. The order, granted ex‑parte, will be reviewed in early November. The court's decision prohibits Lovett from practising until he fully complies with the Solicitors Accounts Regulations.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Solicitor suspended over outstanding accounts. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- 2014-10-23 Publication
Places mentioned
- Aodhan O'Faolain The High Court
- High Court
- Mr Lovett's place
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