Montana § 37-61-301 - Disbarment
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 37-61-301 — Disbarment, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 37-61-301. Disbarment
Disbarment. (1) The supreme court of the state has exclusive jurisdiction to remove or suspend attorneys at law. (2) An attorney may be removed or suspended for any of the following causes arising after admission to practice: (a) conviction of a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, in which case the record of conviction is conclusive evidence; (b) willful disobedience or violation of an order of the court requiring the individual to do or forbear an act connected with or in the course of the legal profession that the individual ought in good faith to do or forbear and any violation of the oath taken by the individual or of the duties as an attorney; (c) corruptly or willfully and without authority appearing as attorney for a party to an action or proceeding; (d) lending the attorney's name to be used as attorney by another person who is not an attorney; (e) being guilty of deceit, malpractice, crime, or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 37-61-301
What does Montana Code Annotated § 37-61-301 cover?
Section 37-61-301 ("Disbarment") is part of the Montana Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Montana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Montana § 37-61-301?
A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 37-61-301" (Montana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Montana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Montana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Montana attorney.
How does Montana § 37-61-301 apply to my situation?
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