In re Pinello

Kupferman, J. (dissenting in part).

The respondent converted an escrow fund of over $7,000 although he has since made good on the amount.

While his action is not to be condoned, it seems to be a temporary aberration caused by personal and family problems.

As against this, we have the fact that the respondent has an excellent scholastic background which he has used for pro bono work and his generally helpful character has been attested to by substantial members of the community.

A member of the Departmental Disciplinary Committee hearing panel, in connection with a recommendation by the panel that…