Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. Webster

{¶ 4} I agree with the majority’s interpretation of Gov.Bar R. V(ll)(F)(4)(a)(ii). The rule does require us to impose identical or comparable disciplinary measures unless a substantially different sanction is warranted.

{¶ 5} It is also true, however, that Gov.Bar R. V(11)(F)(6) permits this court to enhance the sanction if an attorney fails to report to the Disciplinary Counsel and to the Clerk of the Supreme Court that he has been subjected to discipline in another jurisdiction. According to the record, Webster did not notify this court of his disbarment in Rhode Island.

{¶ 6} Webster’s…