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632 S.W.2d 470

In re Colson

Supreme Court of Missouri

Decided May 11, 1982

Supreme Court of Missouri · decided 1982-05-11

Cited by 2 later decisions — most recently November 1986

2 state decisions

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Decided 1982-05-11

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WELLIVER, Judge,

¶1concurring in part and dissenting in part.

¶2I concur in the holding that disciplinary action is required.

¶3I dissent as to the discipline recommended. I believe that the public has a right to expect a higher standard of proficiency and competency than that exhibited by the respondent attorney. I do not believe that we can assure the public of a higher standard of legal service by the application of “gentle wrist slapping.” I would order respondent suspended for a period of six months.

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