ODC
Law & Legal abbreviation · Legal Profession
| Stands for | Office of Disciplinary Counsel |
|---|---|
| Categories | Law & Legal |
ODC stands for Office of Disciplinary Counsel, a legal profession abbreviation.
State office, usually operating under the supreme court, that investigates complaints against lawyers and prosecutes disciplinary cases for violations of the rules of professional conduct. Names vary by state, such as Chief Disciplinary Counsel or, in California, the State Bar's Office of Chief Trial Counsel.
Example: After the client's complaint, the ODC opened an investigation into the missing settlement funds.
Usage notes
Most complaints are dismissed after review, but serious cases go to hearing panels and then to the state's highest court, which alone can suspend or disbar. Sanctions often follow the ABA Standards for Imposing Lawyer Sanctions, and many states publish public discipline decisions online.
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This entry is for general education and is not legal advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.