Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. Gallagher

We adopt the findings and conclusions of the board, but we determine that disbarment is the only appropriate sanction.

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Although we decide disciplinary matters on a case-by-case basis, other similar disciplinary proceedings are helpful in determining sanctions. Disbarment is not uncommon where DR 1-102(A)(3) and 1 — 102(A)(6) violations stem from felony convictions. See Disciplinary Counsel v. Williams (1997), 80 Ohio St.3d 539, 687 N.E.2d 682 (respondent disbarred after pleading guilty to the felonies of theft and receiving stolen property); Disciplinary Counsel v. Ostheimer (1995), 72 Ohio…