Utah Bar Journal

Notice of Election of Bar Commissioners

Third, Fourth & Fifth Divisions
Pursuant to the Rules of Integration and Management of the Utah State Bar, nominations to the office of Bar Commission are hereby solicited for two members from the Third Division, one member from the Fourth Division and one member from the Fifth Division, each to serve a three-year term. To be eligible for the office of Commissioner from a division, the nomineeÕs mailing address must be in that division as shown by the records of the Bar.

Notice of Direct Election of President

In response to the task force on Bar governance the Utah Supreme Court has amended the BarÕs election rules to permit all active Bar members in good standing to submit their names to the Bar Commission to be nominated to run for President-Elect in a popular election and to succeed to the office of President. The Bar Commission will interview all potential candidates and select two final candidates who will run on a ballot submitted to all active Bar members and voted upon by the active Bar membership. Final candidates may include sitting Bar Commissioners who have indicated interest.

Notice of Approved Amendments to Utah Court Rules

To view a list of amendments to Utah Court rules recently approved by the Supreme Court and Judicial Council go to http://www.utcourts.gov/ resources/rules/approved/, then click on the rule number to see the text of the amendments. All amendments are effective November 1, 2005 unless otherwise indicated.

Notice

The Judicial Council's Standing Committee on Court Interpreters requests applications for membership from criminal defense attorneys. The Court Interpreter Committee is charged with (a) researching, developing, and recommending policies and procedures for interpretation and translation; (b) certifying court interpreters who meet minimum qualifications; (c) issuing opinions to questions regarding the Code of Professional Responsibility; and (d) disciplining court interpreters. While not a requisite, bilingualism and experience in working with court interpreters are preferred abilities for members of this Committee. Please send a letter of interest and a brief resume to the following address by November 30, 2005:

Mary Boudreau, Program Manager
Public Access to the Courts
Administrative Office of the Courts
P.O. Box 140241
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-0241

Notice of Stay of Suspension

By Order of the Third Judicial District Court in In the Matter of the Discipline of Marsha M. Lang, Case No. 010910847, the Honorable Robert K. Hilder presiding, Marsha LangÕs twelve-month suspension beginning May 1, 2005 has been stayed, as of August 1, 2005. For a period of nine months, Ms. Lang's practice of law is under the supervision of attorney Gary R. Howe.

Notice: New Rule - Authorization to Practice Law

To be effective immediately, the Utah Supreme Court recently approved a new rule governing the practice of law which addresses, in part, what constitutes the practice of law and what activities a non-lawyer may perform without engaging in the unauthorized practice of law. The new rule, Chapter 13A in the Supreme Court's Rules of Professional Practice, may be accessed on the Court's website at: http://www.utcourts.gov/resources/rules/ucja/ch13a/1.htm or through the Bar's website (www.utahbar.org).

Mailing of Licensing Forms

The licensing forms for 2005-2006 have been mailed. Fees are due July 1, 2005, however fees received or postmarked on or before July 31, 2005 will be processed without penalty.

It is the responsibility of each attorney to provide the Bar with current address information. This information must be submitted in writing. Failure to notify the Bar of an address change does not relieve an attorney from paying licensing fees, late fees, or possible suspension for non-payment of fees. You may check the Bar's website to see what information is on file. The site is updated weekly and is located at www.utahbar.org.

If you need to update your address please submit the information to Arnold Birrell, Utah State Bar, 645 South 200 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84111-3834. You may also fax the information to (801) 531-9537.

Mailing of Licensing Forms

The licensing forms for 2005-06 are scheduled to be mailed during the last week of May and the first week of June. Fees are due July 1, 2005; however, fees received or postmarked on or before August 1, 2005 will be processed without penalty.

It is the responsibility of each attorney to provide the Bar with current address information. This information must be submitted in writing. Failure to notify the Bar of an address change does not relieve an attorney from paying licensing fees or late fees. Failure to make timely payment will result in an administrative suspension for non-payment after the deadline. You may check the Bar's website to see what information is on file. The site is updated weekly and is located at www.utahbar.org.

If you need to update your address information, please submit the information to:

Arnold Birrell
Utah State Bar
645 South 200 East
Salt Lake City, UT 84111-3834

You may also fax the information to (801)531-9537, or e-mail the corrections to licensing@utahbar.org.

Notice of Legislative Rebate

Bar policies and procedures provide that any member may receive a proportionate dues rebate for legislative related expenditures by notifying the Executive Director, John C. Baldwin, 645 South 200 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Notice Appointing Trustee to Protect the Interests of the Clients of the Late Melvin E. Leslie

On February 4, 2005, the Honorable Joseph C. Fratto, Jr., Third Judicial District Court, entered an Order Appointing Trustee to Protect the Interests of the Clients of Melvin E. Leslie. Pursuant to Rule 27 of the Rules of Lawyer Discipline and Disability, Gary Atkin is appointed as trustee to take control of client files and other property that was in Mr. Leslie's possession, and distribute them to the clients.

On August 2, 2004, pursuant to the Utah State Bar's complaint, the Third District Court entered a civil injunction against Michael S. Salveson for engaging in the unauthorized practice of law. The permanent injunction recites, in part, that Mr. Salveson, who is not licensed to practice law in the State of Utah, "represented another in the presentation of a legal claim," that his representation "included legal opinions and legal conclusions concerning the liability of the product manufacturer," and that a "document titled 'Personal Injury Works' constitutes the presentation of a legal claim in a representative capacity of another and that the form of the document connotes that [Salveson] is engaged in the work of an attorney." The injunction also recites that "the use of the title of 'Esq.' in connection with the presentation of the personal injury claims for another connotes that [Salveson] is an attorney as does the use of the term 'client' in the written presentation made."

Notice Appointing Trustee to Protect the Interests of the Clients of the Late D. Richard Smith

On August 3, 2004, the Honorable Frank G. Noel, Third Judicial District Court, entered an Order Appointing Trustee to Protect the Interests of the Clients of D. Richard Smith. Pursuant to Rule 27 of the Rules of Lawyer Discipline and Disability, Roy D. Cole is appointed as trustee to take control of client files and other property that was in Mr. Smith's possession, and distribute them to the clients.

UPL Notice
On August 2, 2004, pursuant to the Utah State Bar's complaint, the Third District Court entered a civil injunction against Michael S. Salveson for engaging in the unauthorized practice of law. The permanent injunction recites, in part, that Mr. Salveson, who is not licensed to practice law in the State of Utah, "represented another in the presentation of a legal claim," that his representation "included legal opinions and legal conclusions concerning the liability of the product manufacturer," and that a "document titled 'Personal Injury Works' constitutes the presentation of a legal claim in a representative capacity of another and that the form of the document connotes that [Salveson] is engaged in the work of an attorney." The injunction also recites that "the use of the title of 'Esq.' in connection with the presentation of the personal injury claims for another connotes that [Salveson] is an attorney as does the use of the term 'client' in the written presentation made."

On June 21, 2000, William J. Anderson filed a Verified Petition for Readmission to the Utah State Bar, Civil Number 000905119 AT, the Honorable Tyrone E. Medley, Third Judicial District Court, presiding. Pursuant to Rule 25 (Reinstatement Following a Suspension of More Than Six Months; Readmission) of the Rules of Lawyer Discipline and Disability, the Office of Professional Conduct hereby gives notice of the Petition. Any individuals wishing to express opposition to or concurrence with the Petition should file notice of their opposition or concurrence with the District Court within thirty days of the date of this publication.

Pursuant to Rule 25(d), Rules of Lawyer Discipline and Disability, the Utah State Bars Office of Professional Conduct hereby publishes notice of a Petition for Reinstatement (”Petition”) filed by William H. Adams in In re Adams, Third Judicial District Court, Civil No. 980907156. Any individuals wishing to do so are requested within thirty days of the date of this publication to file notice with the District Court of their opposition or concurrence to the Petition.

Pending final approval by the Utah Supreme Court via petition, the Bar Commission recently approved several changes to the Bar's by-laws relating to lawyer commissioners, President and President-elect vacancies and removal procedures.

Leshia Lee-Dixon joins the Utah Bar Foundation as a Trustee. Ms. Dixon is an Assistant U.S. Attorney with the United States Attorney’s Office. Ms. Dixon is an active member of the community sitting on numerous committees including the Utah State Bar Ethics Committee and the Needs of Children Committee. Ms. Dixon also serves as a Board member for the NAACP. Ms. Dixon will bring vast community knowledge and involvement to the Foundation.

Leshia Lee-Dixon joins the Utah Bar Foundation as a Trustee. Ms. Dixon is an Assistant U.S. Attorney with the United States Attorney’s Office. Ms. Dixon is an active member of the community sitting on numerous committees including the Utah State Bar Ethics Committee and the Needs of Children Committee. Ms. Dixon also serves as a Board member for the NAACP. Ms. Dixon will bring vast community knowledge and involvement to the Foundation.