Matter of Discipline of Wareham

The Lawyers Professional Responsibility Board filed a complaint against Respondent, John R. Wareham, an attorney admitted to practice in this state, which charged him with violation of the Code of Professional Responsibility due to misappropriation of funds. This court appointed the Honorable Marquis L. Ward to act as referee and hear the petition for discipline. A hearing was held on February 11,1987, and the referee issued his findings of fact, conclusions of law and recommendation. Neither Wareham nor the Director ordered a transcript. Accordingly, the referee’s findings of fact are…