Attorney Grievance Commission v. Butler

On July 22, 2013, the Attorney Grievance Commission of Maryland (“Petitioner” or “Bar Counsel”), acting pursuant to Maryland Rule 16-751(a), filed a “Petition For Disciplinary Or Remedial Action” against Lance Butler, III (“Respondent” or “Butler”). Petitioner charged Respondent with violating Maryland Lawyers’ Rules of Professional Conduct (“MLRPC” or “Rule”) 8.1 (Bar Admission and Disciplinary Matters),1 and 8.4(d) (Misconduct).2

*355This Court referred the matter to the Honorable Beverly J. Woodard of the Circuit Court for Prince George’s County for a hearing to render findings of fact and…