In re Strouse, Esq.

*184Dooley, J.,

¶ 37. dissenting. I concur with the majority’s conclusion that respondent engaged in deceit and violated Rule 8.4(c) of the Rules of Professional Conduct. However, given the level of deceit involved, I cannot agree that a public reprimand is the appropriate sanction. I believe the suspension imposed by the Panel is more fitting. Accordingly, I respectfully dissent.

¶ 38. The majority correctly identifies the ethical problem caused by respondent’s conduct but inaccurately downplays the harm caused by her actions. By carrying on a romantic relationship with the client’s husband,…