In re Posner

OPINION OF THE COURT

Respondent Marshall Posner was admitted to the practice of law in the State of New York by the Second Judicial Department on April 13, 1983. At all times relevant to this proceeding, respondent has maintained a law office within the First Judicial Department.

On August 4, 2009, the Departmental Disciplinary Committee filed 14 formal charges against respondent because of several actions that took place in May and June of 2006. In a report dated January 22, 2010, a Referee sustained 13 of the charges and recommended a one-year suspension. A Hearing Panel heard oral argument,…