In Re the Disciplinary Proceeding Against Deschane

— This disciplinary proceeding is against a Spokane attorney, Robert J. Deschane, admitted to practice in 1955. Following two hearings, the hearing panel recommended a 2-year suspension; one member dissented, however, recommending disbarment. The disciplinary board recommended the same 2-year suspension, with two members dissenting in favor of disbarment. We hold that disbarment is the appropriate penalty.

We have given serious consideration to the recommendation of the disciplinary board, but recognize that the final responsibility for determining the extent of discipline rests solely with…