Andrew Rice

CO20191512

It is alleged that Andrew S. Rice failed to provide legal services to the standard of a competent lawyer, including performing all functions in a conscientious, competent, timely and diligent manner, and that such conduct is deserving of sanction.
It is alleged that Andrew S. Rice failed to be honest and candid with one or more clients, about information that may have affected the interests of his clients, and that such conduct is deserving of sanction.
It is alleged that Andrew S. Rice brought the administration of justice into disrepute by asking S.M. for assistance with engaging in illegal conduct, and that such conduct is deserving of sanction.
It is alleged that Andrew S. Rice improperly managed funds held in trust, including by withdrawing funds without authority, and that such conduct is deserving of sanction.
It is alleged that Andrew S. Rice breached Rule 119.21 of The Rules of the Law Society of Alberta, by withdrawing funds from trust prior to delivering Statements of Account to his clients, and that such conduct is deserving of sanction.

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