The Florida Bar v. Jose Carlos Marrero

We have for review a referee’s report recommending that Respondent,'Jose Carlos Marrero, be found guilty of professional misconduct and suspended from the practice of law for ninety days, followed by three years’ probation. We have jurisdiction. See art. V, § 15, Fla. Const.

BACKGROUND

In September 2011, The Florida Bar filed a complaint against Respondent, Jose Carlos Marrero, alleging that he had violated rules. 4-8.4(c) (engaging in conduct involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation) and 5-1.1(b) (trust accounts) of the Rules Regulating the -Flori da Bar. A referee was…