10-2013, 10-2042 & 10-3026 Lee v. Cook County

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Civil Procedure
Sanctions

Where the plaintiffs’ attorney failed to file a timely appeal or file new suits in the district court after the case was dismissed without prejudice, failed to comply with court rules, and failed to be admitted to bar, a $5,000 sanction is imposed.

“The events recounted in this opinion show that Greco is a menace to his clients and a scofflaw with respect to appellate procedure. The district court may wish to consider whether he should remain a member of its bar. Would-be clients should consider how Greco has treated Lee, Washington, and Moore. Greco has not asked for a hearing on the disciplinary order to show cause, and we now conclude that he has comported himself unprofessionally. We reprimand Greco for this unprofessional behavior and fine him $5,000, payable to the Clerk within 14 days. Greco must send Lee, Washington, and Moore copies of this opinion so that they may consider whether to file malpractice suits against him.”

Sanctions imposed.

10-2013, 10-2042 & 10-3026  Lee v. Cook County

Appeals from the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, Kendall, St. Eve, JJ., Easterbrook, J.

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