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LeAnne L. Koliha (WSBA No.18366, admitted 1988), of Bothell, was suspended for one year, pursuant to RLD 12.6, by order of the Supreme Court dated March 12, 2001. The discipline is based upon discipline imposed by the Supreme Court of Oregon for practicing law while her license was suspended. On July 6, 1993, Ms. Koliha was suspended from the practice of law in Oregon. In 1995, while she was suspended, Ms. Koliha represented a client in a guardianship petition. She filed a petition to block accounts with the Oregon Circuit Court in Grant County. Ms. Koliha also corresponded with opposing counsel on this issue, representing herself as an active member of the Oregon State Bar. On September 20, 1996, the Oregon Disciplinary Counsel’s office requested a response from Ms. Koliha. She failed to respond to their request. Ms. Koliha’s conduct violated ORS 9.160, prohibiting practicing law without a valid license; and DR 1103, requiring lawyers to cooperate with the Bar’s investigation. Leslie Allen represented the Bar Association. Ms. Koliha represented herself.
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