Background
In June 2025, the Rhode Island Supreme Court imposed reciprocal discipline on attorney Steven D. DiLibero based on a suspension order entered by the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court. The Rhode Island order imposed a one-year suspension, with six months and one day to serve.
DiLibero remained suspended in Massachusetts. In a third report and recommendation, Disciplinary Counsel asked the Rhode Island Supreme Court to leave its suspension order in place pending a further status update in early 2027. Through counsel, DiLibero stated that he did not object.
The Court’s Holding
The Rhode Island Supreme Court ordered that DiLibero remain suspended under its June 16, 2025 order until further order of the court.
The court also directed Disciplinary Counsel to provide a status update no later than January 15, 2027.
Key Takeaways
- DiLibero’s Rhode Island suspension remains in full force until the court orders otherwise.
- The continuing suspension follows reciprocal discipline based on a Massachusetts suspension.
- Disciplinary Counsel must submit a status update by January 15, 2027.
Why It Matters
The order preserves the existing reciprocal suspension while DiLibero remains suspended in Massachusetts. It also confirms that the Rhode Island suspension does not end automatically on the status-update deadline; it continues until further order of the court.