In Re Samuels

The Ethics Committee of Bergen County filed a presentment against respondent as the result of a finding of guilt of unethical and improper conduct. Following argument, the matter was submitted for our consideration.

Respondent has been admitted to the bar since January 1930. A number of years ago he ceased actively practicing law and went into industry. In 1952 or 1953, although continuing his regular business pursuits, he resumed practice from his home on a part time basis.

In July 1956 a gas explosion occurred in the home of Martin S. Silverberg in Fair Lawn, New Jersey, resulting in some…