In Re Admission to Practice Law of Zielinski

Steven Robert Zielinski (applicant) has applied for admission to the practice of law in Oregon. The primary issue presented is whether the record contains clear and convincing evidence that applicant has the requisite character and fitness to practice law.

We review the record de novo. BR 10.6. An applicant for admission to the practice of law has the burden of proving by clear and convincing evidence that he or she is of good moral character and is fit to practice law. See In re Rowell, 305 Or 584, 588 n 2, 754 P2d 905 (1988) (so holding, citing former BR 7.5); Rule for Admission (RFA)…