Opinion
Case No.: SC02-695.
November 21, 2002.
Lower Tribunal No.: 2000-01,160(02)
Decision Without Published Opinion
The uncontested report of the referee is approved and respondent is suspended from the practice of law for 20 days, effective 30 days from the date of this order so that Respondent can close out his practice and protect the interests of existing clients. If Respondent notifies this Court in writing that he is no longer practicing and does not need the 30 days to protect existing clients, this Court will enter an order making the suspension effective immediately. Respondent shall accept no new business from the date this order is filed until the suspension expires. Respondent is further placed on probation for one year under the terms and conditions set forth in the report.
Judgment is entered for The Florida Bar, 650 Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee, Florida 32399, for recovery of costs from Charles Edward Vanture in the amount of $1,623.50, for which sum let execution issue.