Topeka — A Lawrence attorney has been suspended from the practice of law for one year, the Kansas Supreme Court ruled Friday.
The court ruled that Scott C. Stockwell was dishonest in an estate case in which he advised a judge that no will had been written when in fact one had been.
The legal dispute centered on the will of a Jefferson County man who died in 2010.
Contacted by the Lawrence Journal World, Stockwell said, "The court, after careful consideration, has rendered its judgment and I respect that judgment and will fully comply with their order."
Stockwell said he didn't want to comment further.
Comments
SofaKing 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Call Saul!
PwopellewCap 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Not surprising. Ever meet the guy? Pompous and arrogant. For no apparent reason other than that he is an atty -- or was. And obviously not a good one at that. Learn this phrase: "Do you want fries with that?"
julienstockwell 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Well, I have met the guy, and I would have to disagree. Pompous and arrogant just do not describe the father that I know.
I'm sorry you had a bad experience—you really seem like a swell guy.
raw 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Finally, a little justice. Thank you Kansas supreme court.
neworleans 2 months, 2 weeks ago
These lawyers; lol; nothing but a joke............
PwopellewCap 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Not all -- but this one, yes.
rvjayhawk 2 months, 1 week ago
An attorney was dishonest! wow, that's a real shock.
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