Attorney Discipline Records
Most of New York's licensed attorneys never face discipline. But when a lawyer is disbarred, suspended, or resigns while under investigation, that outcome becomes part of the public record. This page compiles those records from the New York State Office of Court Administration attorney-registration database, cross-referenced against Consumer Financial Protection Bureau complaint data (debt-collection, mortgage, and lending disputes are where attorney misconduct most often surfaces). Each entry reflects the bar's formal disposition: a recorded finding, not an allegation. See ourmethodology for how we source and verify every figure.
Consumer Complaint Context (CFPB)
Beyond bar discipline, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau tracks consumer complaints about debt collection, mortgage, and lending issues — common areas where attorney misconduct surfaces.
Top NY Debt Collection Issues
- 1. Attempts to collect debt not owed 19,773
- 2. Written notification about debt 10,490
- 3. False statements or representation 4,464
- 4. Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 4,438
- 5. Communication tactics 3,782
Data through 2026-03-25. Source: CFPB Consumer Complaint Database.
Showing 501–550 of 718 resigned for discipline
| Name | Status |
|---|---|
| Jerome Plotner | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Roderick Plummer | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Stewart David Pollak | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Lillian Lee Port | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Herbert Nelson Posner | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Jane Yvonne Posner | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| David Logan Potts | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Charles Michael Powell Jr | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Patrick J P Power | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Joseph Daniel Pozzi | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Cynthia Lynn Price | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Robert Projansky | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Robert W. Pruzan | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Deirdre A. Przygoda | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Arthur Lee Pulley | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Igor Purlantov | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Salvatore Quagliata | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Anthony P. Quinn | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Timothy Charles Quinn | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Howard Raab | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Anthony Rahmanan | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| John James Raia | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Moses V. Rambarran | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Michael Barry Raphan | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Brian Michael Rattner | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Leo Raychuk | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Edward Walker Reckdenwald | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Alban J. Reichert | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Neville A. Reid | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Steven Paul Reifman | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| William Joseph Reilly | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| James R. Rerisi | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Luis Emilio Reyes | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Julian Dennis Riley Jr | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Angelo Anthony Rinaldi | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Joseph Nicholas Rizzo Jr. | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Anthony Lawrence Roccamo | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Alan Mark Rocoff | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| John Dalgarno Roesser | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Edmundo Roman-Perez | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Gregory Edward Ronan | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Jay Wallace Rosen | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Fred Eric Rosenberg | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Roger Michael Rosenberg | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Ruth Frances Rosenberg | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Sheldon Rosenblum | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Meir Rosenfeld | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Marilyn Rosenthal | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Selig Rosenzweig | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Abraham Rosten | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from public state bar records. Discipline status reflects the state bar's records at the time of data collection. PlainAttorney does not provide legal advice. Always verify attorney credentials directly with the relevant state bar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean when an attorney is disbarred?
Disbarment is the most severe disciplinary action a state bar can take. A disbarred attorney has had their license to practice law permanently revoked, typically due to serious ethical violations, criminal conduct, or repeated misconduct. There are currently 2,178 disbarred attorneys in our records.
How many attorneys have discipline records?
PlainAttorney tracks 24,037 attorneys with discipline records, including 2,178 disbarred, 21,141 suspended, and 718 who resigned while facing discipline. This data comes from public state bar records.
Can a disbarred attorney practice law?
No. A disbarred attorney cannot legally practice law. In some states, a disbarred attorney may petition for reinstatement after a waiting period (typically 5-7 years), but reinstatement is not guaranteed and requires demonstrating rehabilitation and fitness to practice.
Where does this discipline data come from?
All discipline data is sourced from public state bar registration records. These are official records maintained by state bar associations and courts. Data is updated quarterly. For the most current status, consult the relevant state bar directly.