Suzanne R. Westerheim, Attorney and Counselor to the Legal Profession

Representing and advising lawyers, law firms, judges, and bar applicants since 1998,
Representation of lawyers in connection with grievance complaints filed with the State Bar of Texas, including response to complaints and representation in disciplinary actions. Representation of judges in connection with complaints filed with the Texas Judicial Conduct Commission. Representation of applicants for

admission to the State Bar of Texas, including consultation regarding applications and response to inquiries from the Texas Board of Law Examiners and representation at hearings before the Texas Board of Law Examiners. Representation of applicants for Board Certification before the Texas Board of Legal Specialization Representation. Representation in connection with attorney sanction proceedings. Consultation on questions of interpretation and application of the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct and the Texas Code of Judicial Conduction. Opinion letters on matters of legal ethics and professional responsibility. Risk management consultation for legal malpractice and grievance avoidance, including consultation regarding law office practices and procedures, billing practices, fee agreements and joint representation agreements, and conflicts of interest. Expert testimony relating to lawyer conduct issues. Mediation of all types of civil matters.