Matter of Chapman

This disciplinary proceeding is before the court on differing recommendations by the special master, the review panel and the State Bar as to the period for which Respondent Odrie Maria Chapman should be suspended from the practice of law. Chapman admits to violating Standards 23 (failure to return unearned fees promptly on withdrawal of representation of a client); 44 (wilful abandonment or disregard of a legal matter); 61 (failure to notify client of receipt of funds promptly and deliver same); 63 (failure to maintain complete records of client funds and render appropriate accounts); and 65…