On Friday, November 22, 2024, the Supreme Court of Tennessee issued an order transferring attorney Cynthia Jeanne Tobin to disability inactive status. This decision followed a petition by the Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility, citing Ms. Tobin’s current incapacity to practice law, supported by documentation from her medical provider.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Cynthia Jeanne Tobin,” with case no. 2024-3462-9-EF-27.
The court’s order states that Ms. Tobin’s law license will remain inactive for an indefinite period, pending further notice from the Supreme Court. She is required to adhere to the rules outlined in Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 9, particularly concerning the obligations of attorneys in disability inactive status. Additionally, Ms. Tobin retains the right to petition for reinstatement to active status under the same rule.
The Board of Professional Responsibility is tasked with publishing a notice regarding this transfer, while any documents related to Ms. Tobin’s disability proceedings will be kept confidential, as stipulated by the court. This action underscores the court’s commitment to maintaining professional standards within the legal community while safeguarding attorney welfare.
The Disposition states:
“IT IS, THEREFORE, CONSIDERED, ORDERED, ADJUDGED, AND DECREED BY THE COURT THAT: The law license of Cynthia Jeanne Tobin shall be transferred to disability inactive status for an indefinite period of time and until further orders of the Supreme Court.”
According to avvo.com, Ms. Tobin is an estate planning attorney in Memphis, Tennessee. She acquired her law license in Tennessee in 1993.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
