IN THE MATTER OF LEIBOWITZ


77 A.D.3d 1167 (2010)

908 N.Y.S.2d 887

In the Matter of SHAMAI LEIBOWITZ, a Suspended Attorney, Respondent. COMMITTEE ON PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS, Petitioner.

Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York, Third Department.

Decided October 21, 2010.


Per Curiam.

Respondent contends in mitigation that his crime did not involve the practice of law or any venality, noting that he received no personal gain from his misconduct. He admits that his actions were wrong and imprudent, and points to his prompt cooperation with the federal authorities. Respondent further offers numerous letters attesting to his character as an honest individual and ardent advocate for those he represents.

Under the circumstances presented...

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