Facts: Client hired firm after receiving a complaint from the TBAE. The complaint alleged that client was in violation of their rules by using the word “architect” in her title and practicing architecture without being a licensed architect. Client used the term “interior architect” as her position title even though she was not licensed.
Outcome: Firm submitted a response arguing that client did not designate herself with such title and it was her employer who referred to her in that way. Firm provided evidence that client’s title had been changed and her email signature, social media and publications had all been corrected. Firm argued that client had come into compliance and no further disciplinary action was needed in order to avoid future misconduct. TBAE dismissed the complaint and took no further action.