BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY (2007)
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BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY
of the
SUPREME COURT OF TENNESSE
1101 KERMIT DRIVE, SUITE 730
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE 37217
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RELEASE OF INFORMATION
DAVID E. CAYWOOD, BPR #7827
CONTACT: SANDY GARRETT
BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY
615-361-7500
January 18, 2007
MEMPHIS ATTORNEY CENSURED
On January 12, 2007, David E. Caywood of Memphis, Tennessee, received a Public Censure
from the Board of Professional Responsibility based upon three (3) complaints. Caywood was given notice of
the Censure and did not request a hearing.
The first complaint concerned Caywoodâs representation of a client in a child support case.
Caywood began representing the client in July, 2003 but still has not finalized the clientâs case. Caywood
infrequently returns the clientâs calls. In mitigation, Caywood states delays with the case have been a result of
Caywoodâs and his wifeâs health problems. Caywoodâs neglect of the clientâs case and his failure to
communicate with the client violates Rules 1.3; 1.4 and 8.4(a)(d) of the Tennessee Rules of Professional
Conduct.
In a second complaint filed against Caywood, the client retained Caywood in November, 2003,
regarding a child support matter. A hearing was held on June 23, 2004. This June 23, 2004 hearing was
postponed at the end of the second day and has never been reset. Caywood cites as explanation and mitigation
Caywoodâs and his wifeâs health problems. Caywoodâs neglect of the clientâs case and his failure to respond to
the clientâs inquiries violated Rules 1.3; 1.4 and 8.4(a)(d) of the Tennessee Rules of Professional Conduct.
In a third complaint, the client retained Caywood to represent her in her divorce. Since January
4, 1999, Caywood has neglected to finalize a Qualified Domestic Relations Order for the client. In mitigation,
Caywood cites to his and his wifeâs health problems. Caywoodâs neglect and failure to communicate with this
client violates Rules 1.3; 1.4 and 8.4(a)(d) of the Tennessee Rules of Professional Conduct.
This Censure declares Caywoodâs actions to be improper but does not limit Caywoodâs right to
practice law.
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