89-R-99010-SCT
Miss.Jun 18, 2026Background
- The Mississippi Supreme Court considered an amended petition to revise the Rules of Discipline for the Mississippi State Bar. 1
- The Court granted the petition as set forth in Exhibit A and made the amendments effective July 1, 2026. 2
- The order directed the Clerk to enter the order on the Court's minutes and forward it for publication. 3
- The amendments comprehensively restate the Bar's disciplinary rules, including jurisdiction, procedure, and disciplinary agencies. 4
- The revised rules address grievance filing, investigation, complaints, hearings, appeals, reinstatement, reciprocal discipline, immunity, confidentiality, and disability-inactive status. 5
- The Court's order states that all justices agreed to grant the petition. 6
Issues
| Issue | Plaintiff's Argument | Defendant's Argument | Held |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whether to amend the Rules of Discipline 7 | The Bar sought approval of its amended petition. | No opposition noted. | The Court granted the amendments. 8 |
Key Cases Cited
- Rules of Discipline for the Mississippi State Bar, 89-R-99010-SCT (Miss. 2026) (administrative order granting comprehensive amendments to the disciplinary rules 9)