In re Garnice

Respondent was admitted to practice by this Court in 1985. He maintains offices for the practice of law in Phoenix, Arizona, where he is also admitted to practice, and in New York City.

Petitioner, the Committee on Professional Standards, moves for an order pursuant to section 806.19 of the rules of this Court (22 NYCRR 806.19) imposing discipline upon respondent by reason of his censure by the Supreme Court of Arizona. Respondent opposes the imposition of reciprocal discipline on the ground that it would be unjust (see, 22 NYCRR 806.19 [c] [3]).

Two complaints of professional misconduct were…