In Re Complaint as to the Conduct of Benson

This is a disciplinary proceeding instituted by the Oregon State Bar, charging the accused with violations of several statutes and provisions of the Code of Professional Responsibility. The trial panel found the accused guilty of all the charges and imposed a public reprimand. On de novo review, ORS 9.536(3), we find the accused guilty of all the charges and suspend him from the practice of law for one year.

FACTS

The accused, a member of the Oregon State Bar, is vice president of Lincoln Loan Company, which holds title as “nominee” to various parcels of real estate owned by the accused’s…