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Judge Pantanosa Jr., vs. Atty. Pamatong

JUDGE GREGORIO D. PANTANOSAS, JR., COMPLAINANT, VS. ATTY. ELLY L. PAMATONG, RESPONDENT.

A.C. No. 7330 | 2016-06-14

DECISION
 
CAGUIOA, J:
 
The practice of law is a privilege burdened with conditions and is reserved only for those who meet the twin standards of legal proficiency and morality.[1] It is so delicately imbued with public interest that it is both a power and a duty of this Court to control and regulate it in order to protect and promote the public welfare.[2] In this regard, this Court will not hesitate to hold its officers accountable for misconduct and the violation of the duty to respect the courts.

The facts culled from the records follow.

During the time period material to this case, complainant Judge Gregorio D....