Failure to respond can result not only in a suspension of your license, but can form the basis for disciplinary action, even in the absence of other misconduct. Your response must include supporting documentation if you have it. Remember though, that your response becomes part of the Disciplinary Commission’s investigation against you, and therefore your response must be accurate, and thorough. Drafting your own response can be emotional, and scary. You may simply be too close to the situation to respond effectively, or you may not have familiarity with the Rules of Professional Conduct to prepare a thorough or sufficient response. Having an attorney assist you in your response, particularly one who has investigated such cases and who understands the rules, can not only alleviate your anxiety, but possibly prevent charges from ever being filed, or preserve your license if charges are filed.