STATE BAR OF GEORGIA STATE DISCIPLINARY BOARD NOTICE OF INVESTIGATION Service by Publication TO: Joseph W. Powell II Georgia State Bar No. 586100 Re: State Disciplinary Board File No. 260175 A Notice of Investigation has been issued in accordance with Bar Rule 4-204.1 based upon a grievance filed against you. Service of a Notice of Investigation by publication is authorized by Bar Rule 4-204.1 (c). Pursuant to Bar Rule 4-204.3(a), you are required to file with the State Disciplinary Board member assigned to investigate the grievance filed against you a written response to the Notice of Investigation in the matter within 30 days of September 2, 2026. Pursuant to Bar Rule 4-204.3(d), your failure to answer the Notice of Investigation may result in your suspension from the practice of law in Georgia until an answer is filed. IPL0366804 Aug 26,Sep 2 2026