Missouri Supreme Court disbars attorney for repeatedly failing to appear in court
The Missouri Supreme Court on Tuesday disbarred an attorney for failing to appear in court over 50 times within two years and failing to communicate promptly with clients. (Image from Shutterstock)
The Missouri Supreme Court on Tuesday disbarred an attorney for failing to appear in court over 50 times within two years and failing to communicate promptly with clients.
Matthew Alexander Perry’s main work was as a public defender representing criminal defendants and juveniles. Because Perry failed to appear in court, cases were prolonged by multiple months, according to a story by KOMU.
The disbarment order said Perry failed to provide competent representation, failed to maintain prompt communication with clients, failed to take reasonable efforts to expedite litigation, and failed to act with reasonable diligence in representing clients.
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