Legal Opinion

In Re the Disciplinary Proceeding Against McMullen

Washington Supreme Court

Decided July 25, 1995No. 8242PublishedCited by 64 opinions

1Opinion of the CourtMadsen, J.

The bar initiated disciplinary proceedings against Dennis McMullen (McMullen) for three loan transactions with an elderly client, Muriel Brimblecombe (Brimblecombe). The hearing examiner recommended disbarment and a majority of the Disciplinary Board adopted his recommendation. However, three members dissented, arguing that suspension was the more appropriate sanction. We review the board’s determination.

Facts

McMullen has been practicing law in Spokane, Washing*153ton, since being admitted to the state bar in 1978. He and his wife Cynthia operate a partnership. In 1981, at the age of 80,…

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