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.

50,212
NY Debt Collection Complaints
26,543
NY Mortgage Complaints
1,042,199
National Debt Collection Complaints

Top NY Debt Collection Issues

  1. 1. Attempts to collect debt not owed 19,773
  2. 2. Written notification about debt 10,490
  3. 3. False statements or representation 4,464
  4. 4. Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 4,438
  5. 5. Communication tactics 3,782

Data through 2026-03-25. Source: CFPB Consumer Complaint Database.

Showing 6,451–6,500 of 21,141 suspended attorneys

Name Status
Neil Gillam Suspended, delinquent
Stephen L. Gillan Suspended, delinquent
Carl Gerard Gillen Suspended, delinquent
Jeffrey Dana Gillen Suspended, delinquent
Timothy Paul Gillen Suspended, delinquent
Zoe Meredith Gillen Suspended, delinquent
Margaret A. Gilleran Suspended, currently registered
James John Gillespie Suspended, delinquent
Juliette Patricia Gillespie Suspended, delinquent
Norman Chase Gillespie Suspended, delinquent
Samuel Hazard Gillespie Suspended, delinquent
Tristan Wade Gillespie Suspended, currently registered
Sarah Jane Gillett Suspended, delinquent
Kerry Ann Gillich Suspended, delinquent
John Matthew Gilligan Suspended, delinquent
James Brian Gillin Suspended, delinquent
Borden Robert Gillis Suspended, delinquent
Elizabeth A. Gillis Suspended, delinquent
Mark Gordon Gillis Suspended, delinquent
Matthew Vincent Gillis Suspended, delinquent
Stacey Anne Gillis Suspended, delinquent
Jennifer Lynn Gillman Suspended, delinquent
Scott Mitchell Gillman Suspended, delinquent
Joshua Bruce Gillon Suspended, delinquent
Abby Gilmore Suspended, due to reregister
Linda Gail Gimble Suspended, delinquent
Anne Shin Gimm Suspended, delinquent
Ronald S. Gimple Suspended, delinquent
Alan Jack Gindi Suspended, delinquent
Nathan Sam Gindi Suspended, delinquent
Manuel Andres Giner Suspended, delinquent
Lalaine Frances Gines Suspended, delinquent
Angela Michele Gingerelli Suspended, delinquent
Ann Susan Ginsberg Suspended, delinquent
David Ginsberg Suspended, delinquent
Gary Lee Ginsberg Suspended, delinquent
Kenneth J. Ginsberg Suspended, delinquent
Linda Anne Ginsberg Suspended, delinquent
William W. Ginsberg Suspended, delinquent
Lee Mark Ginsburg Suspended, delinquent
Rosemary Ginty Suspended, delinquent
Sophie Francoise Gioanni Suspended, delinquent
Melissa C. Giordano Suspended, delinquent
Gino Louis Giorgini Iii Suspended, delinquent
Maive Rita Giovati Suspended, delinquent
Felix Giles Giovinazzi Suspended, delinquent
Mitchell Ted Gipstein Suspended, delinquent
Paul Nuheil Giragos Suspended, delinquent
Nicholas C. Girardi Suspended, delinquent
Arthur Dominique Giraux Suspended, delinquent

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.