Filed ‘Supreme Court of New Mexico 9/25/2017 11:19:45 AM Office of the Clerk. BEFORE THE DISCIPLINARY BOARD OF THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO In the Matter of Sharon Pomeranz, Esq. Disciplinary No, 09-2017-771 An Attorney Licensed to Practice Before the Courts of the State of New Mexico Petition for Resignation in Lieu of Discipline and Sworn Statement Pursuant to Rule 17-209(B) NMRA COMES NOW, Sharon Pomeranz (“Respondent”), pursuant to Rule 17-209 NMRA and swears and affirms that she admits to the truth of the allegations set forth in the attached Specification of Charges and accompanying Exhibits A - E attached herewith as Exhibit | and by reference made a part hereof, and that rather than incur the costs and emotional toll of a hearing on the Specification of Charges she wishes to resign from the practice of law. Respondent states that she understands and agrees that: 1. She may not apply for readmission or reinstatement any sooner than three (3) years after the resignation is effective unless otherwise ordered by the Court; sy 6. Moya2. She agrees that she will seek reinstatement to the practice of law pursuant to Rule 17-214(B)(2) should she choose to once again attempt to resume the practice of law in New Mexico and Respondent understands the allegations of misconduct to which she has admitted may be considered in her reinstatement proceeding. Respondent further agrees to undergo a Character and Fitness Evaluation by the New Mexico Board of Bar Examiners at her ‘own expense prior to any application for reinstatement; 3. The Office of Disciplinary Counsel hereby recommends, and Respondent has no objection, that she not be reinstated unless and until she provide proof that she has: a. Taken and passed the New Multi-Sate Professional Responsibility examination (“MPRE”) before seeking reinstatement to the practice of law; de Successfully completed all continuing education credit requirements applicable to active, licensed New Mexico attorneys for each compliance year during the applicant’s absence from practice; c. Within 30 days of the Order accepting this application for resignation, paid the Client Protection Fund any amounts the Fund may have paid based on claims against Respondent; however, as of the date of this pleading, there are no such claims pending;d. Within 30 days of the Order accepting this application for resignation, Respondent made restitution to any clients owed funds; however, as of the date of this pleading Respondent is unaware of any restitution owed; and e. Any other conditions the Supreme Court may require. 4, The application for leave to resign and the Supreme Court’s final order disposing thereof are matters of public record and subject to publication. Respondent also states that: 1. She understands the proposed disposition of the proceedings; 2. She understands that if this resignation is accepted, she is waiving the right to a hearing before a hearing committee, the Disciplinary Board and/or the New Mexico Supreme Court, but that if this resignation is not accepted, the admissions contained herein may not be used against her in any subsequent proceeding; 3, She agrees that this proffered resignation and Sworn Statement are voluntary and not the result of force, threats, or promises (other than those noted herein); and 4, She has had the opportunity to confer with an attorney about this matter, or has been given the opportunity to do so, and is satisfied with any advice she has received.WHEREFORE, Respondent wishes to resign from the practice of law in ‘New Mexico pursuant to Rule 17-209 NMRA. DATED: September 30, 2017 STATE OF NEW MEXICO) COUNTY OF SANTA FE ) Respectfully Submitted, Sharon Pomeranz, Esq. + SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN this 2 day of September 2017, by Sharon Pomeranz. , NOTARY PUBLIC Dor Qua Print Name My commission expires: — Aalee APPROVED: CW Fsbo Christine F. Long Assistant Disciplinary Counsel 20 First Plaza N.W,, Suite 710 Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 842-5781 OFFICIAL SEAL {LOYO.QUINTANA Notary Public sate of New Waco 1 conan gins 38) 20