Matter of Freeman

I cannot agree with the conclusion reached by the majority that the appropriate level of discipline in this case is suspension for 90 days. I believe Freeman’s conduct mandates the sanction of disbarment.

ABA Standard 5.11,13 which we have relied upon in this Court as persuasive authority, provides that absent mitigating or aggravating factors, disbarment is generally appropriate for serious, intentional conduct involving criminal conduct or dishonesty. The special master found that Freeman engaged in professional conduct involving dishonesty. Standard 4, Bar Rule 4-102. Conversely, there were…