matters involving a past member's conduct prior
to the member's resignation from the state bar.
Lawton acknowledges that his resignation is irrevocable, and
he agrees to relinquish his right to practice in Nevada. See SCR 98(5)(c).
We conclude that the application satisfies the requirements of
SCR 98(5). Accordingly, we grant the motion and approve Rick Lawton's
application for resignation, subject to the state bar's continuing
jurisdiction under SCR 98(5)(d). Lawton shall comply with SCR 115 and
the state bar shall comply with SCR 121.1. See SCR 98(5)(e).
It is so ORDERED.' _
C.J.
Gibbons
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Clierry Saitta
cc: David A. CArk, Bar Counsel
Kimberly E. Farmer, Executive Director, State Bar of Nevada
Rick Lawton
Perry Thompson, Admissions Office, United States Supreme Cour
'This is our final disposition of this matter. Any future proceedings
concerning Lawton shall be filed under a new docket number.
SUPREME COURT
OF
NEVADA
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In Re: Resignation of Rick Lawton
Combined Opinion