IN RE: Ashaley Chrishton BOATWRIGHT (2026)

ORDER

On April 23, 2026, the State Grand Jury issued a five-count indictment charging Respondent with various felonies, including trafficking marijuana, possession with intent to distribute marijuana, and money laundering. On May 21, 2026, the State Grand Jury issued a superseding indictment that includes a sixth felony count of breach of trust with fraudulent intent. The Office of Disciplinary Counsel filed a petition requesting that Respondent be placed on interim suspension pursuant to subsections (a) and (b) of Rule 17, RLDE, Rule 413, SCACR, and seeking appointment of the Receiver to protect Respondent's clients pursuant to Rule 31, RLDE, Rule 413, SCACR. Respondent filed a return, arguing neither interim suspension nor appointment of the Receiver is warranted at this time.

After careful consideration of the entire record before the Court, including the seriousness and scope of the crimes with which Respondent is charged, the petition for interim suspension is granted, and Respondent's license to practice law in this state is suspended until further order of this Court. Based on the identification of a qualified member of the Bar who is able and willing to serve as Respondent's successor, the petition to appoint the Receiver is denied at this time. However, this denial is without prejudice should a conflict arise or circumstances change in the future such that appointment of the Receiver is necessary to protect client interests.

s/John W. Kittredge, C.J.

FOR THE COURT