On Wednesday, February 5, 2025, the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia annulled the law license of attorney Benjamin N. Hatfield. This decision followed a petition submitted by the Office of Lawyer Disciplinary Counsel, represented by Chief Lawyer Disciplinary Counsel Rachael L. Fletcher Cipoletti and Lawyer Disciplinary Counsel Lauren M. Hall.
The case is entitled “Office of Lawyer Disciplinary Counsel v. Benjamin N. Hatfield,” with case no. 24-771.
The petition, filed following Rule 3.25 of the Rules of Lawyer Disciplinary Procedure, sought the annulment of Hatfield’s license to practice law in the state. The court’s decision was based on a formal affidavit from Hatfield, which was filed under seal on December 30, 2024, indicating his consent to voluntary disbarment.
The Supreme Court granted the petition after careful consideration, resulting in the annulment of Hatfield’s law license by voluntary consent.
This ruling marks a significant development in Hatfield’s legal career, reflecting the court’s commitment to upholding standards within the legal profession.
According to avvo.com, Mr. Hatfield was a personal injury attorney in Beckley, West Virginia. He acquired his law license in West Virginia in 2011.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
