Rule 1 Definitions
Rule Text
(a) Allegation. A written statement setting forth possible misconduct under these rules.
(b) Attorney. A person who is (1) licensed by the Bar Association; (2) suspended by the Bar Association; (3) provisionally licensed as a Commonwealth government attorney; (4) admitted pro hac vice; or
(5) a legal intern as defined by the NMI Rules of Admission.
(c) Bar Association. The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Bar Association.
(d) Chief Justice. The Chief Justice of the NMI Supreme Court or a designee.
(e) Complaint. A written statement prepared by the prosecuting counsel setting forth specific instances of misconduct under these rules. The filing of this document is a prerequisite to a disciplinary hearing.
(f) Disciplinary Committee (“Committee”). A Bar Association committee that is responsible for reviewing and prosecuting violations of these rules.
(g) Judge. Unless otherwise noted, any reference to a judge refers to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court or a designee.
(h) Prosecuting Counsel. An individual who is appointed to fulfill the duties and responsibilities set out in these rules.
(i) Respondent. An attorney who is the subject of an allegation, complaint, or incapacity hearing.