Attorney Grievance Commission v. Spery

RAKER, Judge.

The Attorney Grievance Commission, acting through Bar Counsel, filed a petition with this Court for disciplinary action against Robert M. Spery, respondent, alleging violations of the Maryland Rules of Professional Conduct (hereinafter “MRPC”). The Commission charged respondent with violating MRPC 8.4(c) (Misconduct). We referred the matter to Judge Donald F. Johnson of the Circuit Court for Dorchester County to make findings of fact and proposed conclusions of law. Following an evidentiary hearing, Judge Johnson concluded that respondent violated Rule 8.4(c).

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Judge Johnson made…