Opinion ID: 1196615
Heading Depth: 1
Heading Rank: 3

Heading: Facts Supported by the Record

Text: The instant cause was instituted as a Rule 6 proceeding. [7] Farrant did not interpose a dependency on alcohol as a defense [8] to his actions concerning the application of the check to his fee bill rather than to payment of expenses. However, he did state that he was emotionally upset over domestic problems when he decided to apply the check towards his bill and that he has had problems with the excessive use of alcohol. He indicated that he attends AA meetings on an irregular basis and that he has sought professional counselling. Farrant's testimony leaves no doubt that he understood that Clapper's check was delivered and intended to defray the costs of the litigation. [9] On September 24, 1993, the trial panel issued its report with recommended findings of fact, conclusions of law and proposed discipline. It found that: 1) the Bar Association failed to prove conversion of funds entrusted to the attorney for a specific purpose; and 2) Farrant made misrepresentations to the Bar Association in response to the grievance. The trial panel recommended a six-month suspension followed by a probationary period of one year in which time Farrant must attend weekly AA meetings and seek professional counseling on a monthly basis.