Florida Bar v. Burke

This Florida Bar disciplinary proceeding is before the Court for consideration of the findings and recommendations set forth in the referee’s report. Respondent James C. Burke has filed a petition for review. We have jurisdiction, article V, section 15, Florida Constitution, and proceed to consider this case pursuant to rule 3-7.6 of the Rules Regulating The Florida Bar.

The referee’s report, which was prepared under the former Florida Bar Code of Professional Responsibility reads as follows:

The Florida Bar filed charges against the Respondent on February 28, 1985. The first hearing on this…