The Wyoming Supreme Court has issued a stay on the 30-day suspension of Laramie-based attorney Vaughn H. Neubauer, allowing him to continue practicing law under specific conditions, Oil City News reports.
According to a statement from the Wyoming State Bar, the court’s decision to halt the suspension is contingent upon Neubauer adhering to probationary terms over the next six months. These terms are designed to ensure the effective management of his legal practice and his compliance with court rules and deadlines.
The suspension stemmed from two separate matters involving missed filings. In one case, Neubauer did not file a required appellate brief with the Wyoming Supreme Court, which led to the dismissal of a client’s appeal. Despite later requesting an extension and reinstatement, both motions were denied. In another instance, Neubauer failed to file a petition for Post-Conviction Relief on behalf of a different client.
Following a disciplinary investigation by the Office of Bar Counsel, Neubauer acknowledged that his actions violated Rule 1.3 of the Wyoming Rules of Professional Conduct, which pertains to attorney diligence. He also admitted that his conduct negatively impacted his clients.
As part of a resolution, Neubauer agreed to reimburse the affected clients for their legal fees and related expenses. He also consented to both the initial suspension and a six-month probation, during which he must implement formal office procedures and submit monthly reports to the Bar Counsel’s office to verify his compliance.
The court’s stay remains in effect as long as Neubauer meets all outlined probationary conditions.
