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 601–650 of 718 resigned for discipline
| Name | Status |
|---|---|
| William Simms | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Claude Richard Simpson | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Barry H. Singer | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Matthew John Skiff | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Howard Marc Sklar | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Joseph Philip Skripek | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Harry Skydell | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Robert Howard Slocum | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Michael I. Smith | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Peter G. Smith | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Andrew L. Sokol | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Laurence Yael Solarsh | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Abbot Neil Solomon | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Clement M. Soviero | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Thomas James Spargo | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Salvatore Spinelli | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Arnis Visvaldis Sprancmanis | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Michael Sprei | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Marvin Srulowitz | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Fitzpatrick Neil St Hill Dodson | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Noah Stacy | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Susan F. Steier | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Jonathan Matthew Stein | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Stuart J. Stein | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Michael Lloyd Steindam | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Fredinando C. Stella | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Jeffrey Stern | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Mitchell S. Sternbach | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Joseph Sternschein | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Noreen E. Stolz | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Conrad Joseph Strabone | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Leonard B. Sukherman | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Neal H. Sultzer | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Warren Ira Susman | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Carrie Sutherland | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Arthur Evan Swidler | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Peter Andrew Takvorian | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Michael Eran Talassazan | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Richard N. Tanenbaum | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Samuel Tannenbaum | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Steven Louis Tarshis | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Sherman F. Taub | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Louis Taubenblat | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Graham Roderick Taylor | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Yves-Merry Telemaque | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Gail Helen Telleysh | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Philip H. Teplen | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Manuel Thillet | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Alvin James Thomas | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| David Emil Thomas | 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.