In re Gutstein

OPINION OF THE COURT

Respondent Ralph M. Gutstein was admitted to the practice *331of law in the State of New York by the First Judicial Department on June 19, 1978. At all relevant times, respondent has maintained an office for the practice of law within the First Judicial Department.

The Departmental Disciplinary Committee (the Committee) moves for an order, pursuant to 22 NYCRR 603.4 (g), disbarring respondent on the ground that he has been suspended under the provisions of 22 NYCRR 603.4 (e) for a period exceeding six months and has not appeared or applied in writing for a hearing or…