In Re Complaint as to the Conduct of Sousa

In this lawyer disciplinary proceeding, the Oregon State Bar (Bar) asks this court to disbar Dennis J. Sousa (the accused). The Bar filed a formal complaint against the accused on December 1,1994, an amended complaint on February 20, 1994, and a second amended complaint and notice to answer on June 20, 1995. Service of the second amended complaint and notice to answer was made upon the accused by the Bar on July 1, 1995. The second amended complaint alleged 17 violations of the Code of Professional Responsibility: Disciplinary Rule (DR) 1-102(A)(3) (engaging in conduct involving dishonesty or…