In re Dale

OPINION OF THE COURT

Respondent was admitted to the practice of law by this Court on January 14, 1988, and maintains an office for the practice of law in Buffalo. The Grievance Committee filed a petition charging respondent with acts of misconduct arising from his activities as executor of and attorney for an estate. Respondent filed an answer denying material allegations of the petition, and a referee was appointed to conduct a hearing. The Referee filed a report, which the Grievance Committee moves to confirm. Respondent cross-moves, inter alia, to vacate the Referee’s report and dismiss the…