Such offices are created for the benefit of the public, not the benefit of the incumbent. Improper conduct on the part of an attorney in government service is more likely to harm the entire system of government in terms of public trust.

That's a factor for the panel to consider in determining a number of different issues, primarily sanction.

I'm not telling you that it is impossible that the respondent can avoid the hearing, but every one I've ever been to they've been there.