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representation to Helmle in criminal proceedings against Helmle for
possession of illegal drugs.
During the years in issue, petitioner provided management
services to and was actively involved in the business operations of
2618 Inc and of the Club. Petitioner's involvement in the business
operations of 2618 Inc and of the Club increased as petitioner became
concerned that 2618 Inc and Helmle might not be able to pay legal
fees owed to petitioner in excess of $500,000.
During 1986 through 1988, petitioner received funds relating to
various transactions and litigation involving Helmle, 2618 Inc, the
Club, and other entities and activities. Those funds were generally
deposited into petitioner’s bank accounts, and portions of the funds
were then disbursed out of petitioner’s bank accounts for and on
behalf of 2618 Inc and the Club, on whose behalf portions of the
funds had been received by petitioner; other portions of the funds
were used by petitioner for his personal purposes.
For the years in issue, petitioner failed to maintain adequate
books and records for his law firm, and adequate books and records
were not maintained for 2618 Inc and for the Club.
Houston Ordinance No. 86-323
During 1986 through 1988, petitioner provided legal
representation to 2618 Inc and to the Club in litigation against the
City of Houston involving Houston Ordinance No. 86-323. The
ordinance was passed by the City of Houston on March 5, 1986, and
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