Florida Bar v. Johnson

This disciplinary proceeding is before us on the complaint of The Florida Bar and the findings and recommendations set forth in the referee’s report. We have jurisdiction. Art. V, § 15, Fla. Const.

The referee’s pertinent findings of fact are as follows:

On November 2, 1983, respondent was retained by Robert E. Zehnder for the purpose of administration of the estate of his deceased wife, Elizabeth L. Zehnder.

Respondent initially received from Zehnder a check in the amount of $1,200.00 for legal fees and a check for $60.00 for costs.

On February 14, 1984, respondent received $7,231.78 in…