Florida Bar v. Adorno

Both Henry Nissim Adorno and The Florida Bar petition this Court for review of the referee’s report finding Adorno guilty of ethical breaches and recommending a public reprimand. Adorno takes issue with the findings of guilt, and the Bar takes issue with the leniency of the punishment.1 We have jurisdiction. See art. V, § 15, Fla. Const.

As the number of lawyers increases to an unprecedented level, the responsibility of ensuring that all lawyers conduct themselves within the ethical bounds required by the Rules Regulating the Florida Bar continues to be a top priority for this Court. This case…