Opinion ID: 2106464
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Heading: The Standards for Reinstatement

Text: Petitioner was disbarred because of her conviction for aiding and abetting a scheme to defraud two victims. Her Petition for Reinstatement is governed by D.C.Bar Rule XI, Section 16(b), which requires that she show by clear and convincing evidence that she is fit to resume the practice of law. In particular, Petitioner must show that (1) she has the moral qualifications, competency and learning in law required for readmission, and (2) her readmission, will not be detrimental to the integrity and standing of the Bar, or to the administration of justice, or subversive to the public interest. Section 16(d)(1)-(2). In assessing whether these criteria have been met, the District of Columbia Court of Appeals has identified five factors to be considered:

We briefly discuss each factor below.