In re Gregory Mark Abel

Summary

The Oregon Supreme Court held that the State Bar proved by clear and convincing evidence that respondent knowingly made false, material statements in a demand letter, violating RPC 8.4(a)(3), and imposed a 30‑day suspension rather than the public reprimand the respondent sought. The Court applied a de novo review, affirmed the finding of misconduct, and adjusted the sanction based on ABA standards and aggravating/mitigating factors.