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Latest Disciplinary Actions

Dennis Eugene Pryba II Revocation

Posted on 4/30/2024
Ordered and effective April 26, 2024, the Virginia State Bar Disciplinary Board revoked Dennis Eugene Pryba II’s license to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Gordon H. Shapiro Suspension

Posted on 4/29/2024
By Order entered and effective April 24, 2024, the Virginia State Bar Disciplinary Board suspended Gordon H. Shapiro’s license to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia for a period of five years. Order published.

Jason Michael Breneman Suspension

Posted on 4/18/2024
On April 9, 2024, the Virginia State Bar Disciplinary Board administratively suspended Jason Michael Breneman’s license to practice law for failing to comply with a subpoena duces tecum issued by the Bar. Orders published.

Melissa D. Johnson Public Reprimand

Posted on 4/11/2024
Effective April 8, 2024, the Sixth District Subcommittee of the Virginia State Bar issued a public reprimand with terms to Melissa D. Johnson. Order published.

Jessica Ralsten Casey Public Reprimand

Posted on 4/4/2024
Effective April 3, 2024, the First District Committee of the Virginia State Bar issued a public reprimand with terms to Jessica Ralsten Casey. Order published.

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