Attorney Grievance v. Katz

**Attorney Disciplined for Not Communicating with Clients** This case involved attorney Cynthia Groomes Katz, who faced disciplinary action for failing to properly communicate with her clients. The dispute centered on her violation of professional rules that require lawyers to keep clients reasonably informed about their cases and respond promptly to requests for information. **What the Court Decided:** The Maryland Court of Appeals officially reprimanded Attorney Katz for breaking the state's lawyer conduct rules, specifically the requirement to maintain adequate communication with clients. Katz agreed to accept this disciplinary action rather than contest the charges. **What This Means for Workers:** This ruling reinforces that workers have the right to expect clear, timely communication from their attorneys. If you hire a lawyer for an employment issue, they must keep you informed about your case's progress, explain important developments, and respond to your questions within a reasonable time. When attorneys fail to communicate properly, they can face professional discipline. Workers should know they can file complaints with their state's attorney disciplinary board if their lawyer isn't keeping them informed about their employment case.