In Re Complaint as to the Conduct of Benjamin

This disciplinary case involves a lawyer’s mishandling of clients’ funds and legal problems entrusted to him. The Bar charges the accused with violations of eight professional standards, including withholding money from clients and personal use of some of that money, neglect of clients’ legal matters, and failing to respond to the Bar’s initial inquiry about the allegations. In March of 1991, a Trial Panel found the accused guilty of violating five disciplinary rules and recommended disbarment.

On automatic de novo review, ORS 9.536(2), (3), under the clear and convincing standard applicable…