In re Benge

ON APPLICATION FOR REINSTATEMENT

This proceeding arises out of an application for reinstatement filed by petitioner, Joan S. Benge, an attorney licensed to practice law in Louisiana but currently suspended.

*1255UNDERLYING FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

While serving as a judge for the 24th Judicial District Court for the Parish of Jefferson, petitioner engaged in judicial misconduct. On November 6, 2009, we removed petitioner from judicial office for her misconduct. In re: Benge, 09-1617 (La.11/6/09), 24 So.3d 822. On February 10, 2010, we placed petitioner on interim suspension. In re: Benge, 10-0262…