In re Roth

OPINION OF THE COURT

Respondent was admitted to practice as an attorney and counselor at law in February of 1976 by the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court, Second Judicial Department. At all times relevant to the instant proceeding, he maintained an office for the practice of law in the First Judicial Department.

Petitioner Departmental Disciplinary Committee moves for an order confirming the findings of fact and conclusions of law of a hearing panel. In that regard, respondent has been found guilty of dishonesty, fraud, deceit and misrepresentation in violation of DR 1-102 (A) (4) of the…