On Wednesday, November 6, 2024, the Supreme Court of Louisiana imposed a six-month suspension on attorney Marc R. Michaud, following a joint petition for consent discipline. This suspension will be fully deferred, contingent upon two years of probation under the conditions specified in the petition.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Marc R. Michaud,” with case no. 2024-B-01180.
The disciplinary action stems from an investigation into allegations that Michaud mishandled his client trust account. The court’s decision came before any formal charges were filed against him. Should Michaud fail to adhere to the terms of his probation or engage in further misconduct during this period, the court may enforce the suspension or impose additional disciplinary measures.
In a dissenting opinion, Justice Crichton argued that the proposed discipline was excessive, suggesting that a public reprimand would have been a more fitting response to the misconduct.
According to avvo.com, Mr. Michaud is a debt collection attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana. He acquired his law license in Louisiana in 2004.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
