005399-19961114-0-a.pdf (1996)
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BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY
of the
SUPREME COURT OF TENNESSEE
1101 KERMIT DRIVE, SUITE 730
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE 37217
TELEPHONE: (615) 361-7500
(800) 486-5714
FAX: (615) 367-2480
E-MAIL: ethics@tbpr.org
SIGMAN, JOE A. BPR # 005399
November 14, 1996
Suspended for three (3) years by order entered November 14, 1996. He failed to communicate
with his clients; neglected his client's cases; failed to return clients' files; made
misrepresentations to clients; failed to safeguard clients' retainers; charged excessive fees; and
engaged in a conflict of interest by representing both the plaintiff and defendant in the same
action. He was ordered to make reimbursement to two clients.