Lawyer Disciplinary Board v. Losch

This matter arises from respondent Larry E. Losch’s objection to the sanctions recommended by a Hearing Panel Subcommittee of the Lawyer Disciplinary Board for violations of the West Virginia Rules of Professional Conduct The respondent was charged with violating Rules 8.4(c) and 8.4(d). The respondent disputes that he violated either Rule 8.4(c) or 8.4(d) and argues that the Hearing Panel Subcommittee made incorrect factual conclusions in this matter and that the sanctions are inappropriate.

We adopt the Hearing Panel Subcommittee’s recommendations as modified.

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On March 7, 2005, the…