In re Farinella

OPINION OF THE COURT

Respondent Thomas A. Farinella was admitted to the practice of law in the State of New York by the Second Judicial Department on March 13, 2002. At all times relevant herein, respondent has maintained an office for the practice of law within the First Judicial Department.

Now pending before this Court is the Departmental Disciplinary Committee’s (Committee) petition to impose reciprocal discipline upon respondent based upon a three-month suspension imposed by the Southern District of New York, and respondent’s motion, pursuant to 22 NYCRR 603.16 (c), for an order suspending…