In the Matter of Alter

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• “We emphasize the term ‘special,’ since it is apparent that ‘typical’ mitigating circumstances have not diverted the Justices from the imposition of disbarment or suspension”
• remorse, excellent reputation, pressure of practice, absence of prior discipline and community discipline are “typical” mitigating circumstances not given substantial weight
• remorse, excel lent reputation, pressure of practice, absence of prior discipline, and community service are “typical” mitigating circumstances not given substantial weight
• typical factors include satisfactory professional record; cooperation in disciplinary proceedings; criminal proceedings and punishment; and absence of resulting harm
• these circumstances do not implicate court’s “special concern for the public interest when an attorney has been convicted of a serious crime”
• recomendations of the board and bar counsel should be accorded substantial deference on appeal

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