The Member was retained by a client to assist with a taxation matter. When a dispute arose between the Member and the client regarding the services provided and the billing, the content and tone of some of the Member’s communications with the client were unprofessional.
The Investigation Committee determined the Member contravened Rule 201.1 (Maintenance of the good reputation of the profession) of the CPABC Code of Professional Conduct.
The Committee recommended the Member:
- Accept a reprimand; and
- Pay partial expenses of $500.