Joseph Dunn, the former executive director of the State Bar of California, should face a 30-day suspension for misrepresenting the funding of a trip to Mongolia. A panel recommended he be placed on one-year probation and endure this suspension. Dunn falsely informed trustees that no state bar funds would be used for the trip, which ultimately cost over $7,000. Though he was found responsible for two acts of moral turpitude, the panel decided a one-year stayed suspension was insufficient in this case, highlighting his obligation to truthfulness in his role.
Joseph Dunn, former executive director of the State Bar of California, should receive a brief suspension for misrepresentations regarding funding for a trip to Mongolia.
Dunn wrongly claimed no state bar funds were used for a trip to Mongolia aimed at reforming the legal system, leading to his termination.
The review department recommended a 30-day suspension and a one-year probation due to Dunn's acts of moral turpitude and his obligation to truthfulness.
The panel's decision emphasized that Dunn's misconduct was alarming due to his responsibility as an attorney and an executive with fiduciary duties.
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