Longtime Waldoboro attorney Daniel C. Purdy received a public reprimand from the Board of Overseers of the Maine Bar May 24.
The disciplinary action was taken after one of Purdy’s former clients, Michael L Chasse, filed a grievance complaint detailing his concerns over Purdy’s handling of a post-conviction review matter. In their ruling, the Board concluded that Purdy missed deadlines on required filings on Chasse’s time-served credit dispute.
According to the ruling, Purdy’s actions constituted violations of Maine Rules of Professional Conduct 1.3(Diligence), 1.4 (Communications) and 8.4(d) (Conduct prejudicial to the administration of justice). In his response to the complaint, Purdy admitted his delayed actions and explained that his efforts were impacted by various medical problems that have posed significant challenges to his ability to work.
“While Mr. Purdy did not provide the explanation as an excuse for his misconduct, he did ask that the Board view his lapse within the context of his personal circumstances,” read the document.
The Board wrote that Purdy “readily accepted responsibility” for his neglect and that he has no history of prior discipline. Purdy waived his right to file a petition for review.
Efforts to reach Purdy were unsuccessful as of press time.
