Respondent was admitted to the Vermont Bar in 1988.
Complainant is a former client of respondent.
Complainant retained respondent in February 1989 to represent her in a divorce action filed by her husband. Respondent represented complainant through the conclusion of a two day contested hearing. The attorney-client relationship deteriorated due to the client's abusive behavior. In April of 1989 respondent filed a motion to withdraw which was granted. Subsequently, respondent brought a suit against complainant to collect money owed for legal services rendered.