Matter of Bartman

Respondent has submitted an affidavit in support of his application to resign as an attorney and counselor-at-law pursuant to Rules for Attorney Disciplinary Matters (22 NYCRR) § 1240.10. Respondent acknowledges in his affidavit that he is the subject of an investigation by the Attorney Grievance Committee for the Third Judicial Department (hereinafter AGC), which investigation includes allegations concerning the neglect of client matters, the failure to return client retainers and escrow account violations. Respondent concedes that he cannot successfully defend himself against these…