On Friday, August 29, 2025, the Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility announced that the state Supreme Court suspended attorney Andre Chase Rabideau from practicing law for seven years. This decision follows a detailed investigation that revealed significant misconduct involving multiple violations of professional conduct rules.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Andre Chase Rabideau.”
A Petition for Discipline was filed by the Board against Mr. Rabideau, containing seven complaints that highlighted serious shortcomings in his professional behavior. The Hearing Panel found that he failed to represent his clients diligently, did not provide reasonable communication regarding their cases, and repeatedly misrepresented court dates and filings. This pattern of behavior extended to misrepresenting the status of his law license in court.
Furthermore, Mr. Rabideau was determined to have engaged in the unauthorized practice of law, accepting fees from clients while failing to deliver the promised legal services. He neglected to inform clients about his administrative suspension. He also abandoned his representation of clients without notice to the clients or permission of the court
These actions constituted violations of several Tennessee Rules of Professional Conduct, including those regarding competence, diligence, communication, and the safeguarding of client property and funds. The Hearing Panel specifically cited violations of Rules 1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.15, 1.16, 3.2, 3.4, 5.5, 8.1(b), and 8.4(c)(d)(g).
Mr. Rabideau is required to adhere to the stipulations outlined in Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 9, Sections 28 and 30.4, which detail the obligations and responsibilities of attorneys under suspension, along with the process for reinstatement.
According to Martindale.com, Mr. Rabideau acquired his law license in Tennessee in 2018.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
