Professional Responsibility — suspension

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Wisconsin Supreme Court

Civil

Professional Responsibility — suspension

Where attorney James P. Grenisen engaged in numerous counts of inappropriate and unprofessional behavior, a 90-day suspension is appropriate.

“The referee’s findings of fact in this case have not been shown to be clearly erroneous, and we adopt them. We also agree with the referee’s conclusions of law. We further agree with the referee’s recommendation for a 90-day suspension of Attorney Grenisen’s license to practice law in Wisconsin. Although Attorney Grenisen has not previously been disciplined for professional misconduct, his actions in this case were inappropriate and unprofessional. His refusal to comply with the circuit court’s orders not to have further contact with L.E. is troubling, and as a result, we concur with the referee’s recommendation that, as a condition of Attorney Grenisen’s reinstatement, he undergo a psychological evaluation to determine whether he is capable of discharging the duties of an attorney licensed to practice law in this state. We further agree with the referee that Attorney Grenisen may not provide any future legal representation to L.E.”

2012AP2727-D OLR v. Grenisen

Per Curiam.

Attorneys: For Complainant: Arnold, Wayne A., Rice Lake; Weigel, William J., Madison For Respondent: Grenisen, James P., Madison