On Monday, July 21, 2025, Attorney J. C. Van Lierop, III, and The Florida Bar filed a petition requesting Van Lierop’s placement on the inactive list due to incapacity.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of J. C. Van Lierop, III,” with case no. 2025-00,517(14).
The filing seeks to suspend Lierop’s ability to practice law effective immediately, pending reinstatement approval by the Supreme Court of Florida.
Deborah Van Lierop (Van Lierop, III’s mother), designated as attorney-in-fact on March 19, 2025, through a Durable Power of Attorney, acted on behalf of her son in this matter.
The reason for the petition cites that Van Lierop has serious health challenges that impair his ability to practice. The petition stipulates that Van Lierop must provide written notice from a physician or licensed mental health provider confirming his ability to function professionally without impairment before seeking reinstatement. If approved, he may be placed on probation.
Additionally, Deborah Van Lierop agreed to remove all indications of Van Lierop’s status as an attorney, including social media profiles, business cards, and office signage, to comply with the petition’s terms.
The joint petition states:
“WHEREFORE, under R. Regulating Fla. Bar 3-7. 13, petitioner’s attorney-in-fact requests that petitioner be placed on the inactive list for incapacity, effective immediately, and continuing until reinstatement is granted.”
According to Avvo.com, Mr. Lierop III is a bankruptcy and debt attorney in Blountstown, Florida. He attended the University of Florida – Fredric G. Levin College of Law, graduating in 2009. He acquired his law license in Florida in the same year.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
