The Office of Disciplinary Counsel The Supreme Court of Ohio

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State government office in Columbus, OH (show on map)

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The Office of Disciplinary Counsel investigates and prosecutes ethical misconduct by Ohio attorneys and judicial officers.

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About

The Office of Disciplinary Counsel (ODC) is an affiliated office of the Supreme Court of Ohio. ODC provides ethics education for the bench and bar, investigates and prosecutes attorneys and judicial officers accused of ethical misconduct, and handles unauthorized practice of law allegations.

ODC reviews grievances, investigates misconduct, and files formal disciplinary charges when appropriate, protecting the public and maintaining professional standards in Ohio's legal community.

State-specific ethical oversight

Comprehensive grievance process

PMBR educational program

Abandoned client file management

Services

Grievance Filing

The public, judges, and other attorneys can file grievances alleging unethical conduct or unauthorized practice of law.

Ethics Education

ODC provides ethics education programs for attorneys and judicial officers.

Proactive Management-Based Regulation (PMBR)

A free online ethics education curriculum for solo and small firm attorneys to prevent conduct violations.

Abandoned Client Files Management

ODC may obtain and manage client files of attorneys who are deceased, disappeared, disciplined, deported, or incapacitated.

Unauthorized Practice of Law Investigation

ODC investigates allegations of unauthorized practice of law by individuals not licensed to practice law in Ohio.

Credentials & Certifications

Disciplinary Counsel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the role of the Office of Disciplinary Counsel? +

ODC investigates and prosecutes ethical misconduct by Ohio attorneys and judicial officers, and handles unauthorized practice of law allegations.

How do I file a grievance? +

Grievances can be filed via the ODC website or by mail, alleging unethical conduct or unauthorized practice of law.

What is PMBR? +

PMBR is a free online ethics education curriculum for solo and small firm attorneys to prevent conduct violations, effective January 1, 2025.

What happens to abandoned client files? +

ODC may obtain and manage client files of attorneys who are deceased, disappeared, disciplined, deported, or incapacitated, based on staff capacity and storage constraints.