In Re Sherman

This is a disciplinary proceeding pursuant to Supreme Court Rule 751 (55 Ill.2d R. 751) against respondent, Allan G. Sherman, for commingling and conversion of a client’s funds. It was recommended that respondent be suspended from the practice of law, and he contests the propriety of this sanction.

In 1968 respondent was retained by Lucy Smith to represent her in legal matters involving buildings which she owned and in the sale of certain real estate. Upon the closing of the real estate transaction, $5,500 was entrusted to respondent as escrow holder to be disbursed at the completion of…