(I) General Provisions
(a) Jurisdiction: The jurisdiction of the attorney discipline system shall be as set forth in Supreme Court Rule 37(1)(b).
(b) Construction: This rule is promulgated for the purpose of assisting the grievant, complainant, respondent, counsel and the committees of the attorney discipline system to develop the facts relating to, and to reach a just and proper determination of matters brought to the attention of the attorney discipline system.
(c) Definitions: Subject to additional definitions contained in subsequent provisions of this rule which are applicable to specific questions, or other provisions of this rule, the following words and phrases, when used in this rule, shall hav