In the Matter of a Member of the Bar of the Supreme Court of Delaware: Patrick E. Vanderslice

Summary

The Supreme Court of Delaware independently determined that Patrick E. Vanderslice violated Rules 8.4(b) and 8.4(d) by intentionally stealing firm funds on eight occasions, in addition to the violations the parties largely accepted. The Court held that the theft was both a criminal act reflecting adversely on his fitness and conduct prejudicial to the administration of justice. Considering the intentional, repeated misconduct and aggravating factors despite mitigation, the Court imposed a one-year suspension rather than a public reprimand with probation.