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 9,751–9,800 of 21,002 suspended attorneys

Name Status
William Riddell Klapp Jr Suspended, currently registered
Antony Bradley Klapper Suspended, delinquent
Carlton Barry Klapper Suspended, delinquent
Elizabeth Shire Klaproth Suspended, delinquent
Arno D. Klarsfeld Suspended, delinquent
Felice Hope Klass Suspended, delinquent
Keirsten Klatch Suspended, delinquent
Jeffrey A. Klatzkow Suspended, delinquent
Bernd Klauer Suspended, delinquent
John Frederick Klaus Suspended, delinquent
Daniel Scott Klazkin Suspended, delinquent
Justin Eric Kleeberg Suspended, delinquent
Aimee Jeannette Kleiman Suspended, delinquent
Paul Lawrence Kleiman Suspended, delinquent
Audrey Ellen Klein Suspended, delinquent
Barry Jonathan Klein Suspended, delinquent
Charles M. Klein Suspended, delinquent
Claudia J. Klein Suspended, delinquent
Dahlia Elaine Klein Suspended, delinquent
Daniel P. Klein Suspended, delinquent
David Klein Suspended, delinquent
David B. Klein Suspended, currently registered
Henry G. Klein Suspended, delinquent
Howard William Klein Suspended, delinquent
Kenneth Jay Klein Suspended, delinquent
Mark Bruce Klein Suspended, delinquent
Martha Sellers Klein Suspended, delinquent
Megan Jo Klein Suspended, delinquent
Michael Steven Klein Suspended, delinquent
Nancy Aileen Klein Suspended, delinquent
Nathan Klein Suspended, delinquent
Pamela Jeanne Klein Suspended, delinquent
Paul M. Klein Suspended, delinquent
Phyllis Sue Klein Suspended, delinquent
Richard M. Klein Suspended, delinquent
Richard Jay Klein Suspended, delinquent
Sharon Klein Suspended, delinquent
Steven Adam Klein Suspended, delinquent
Vivian Klein Suspended, delinquent
Rachel Leah Kleiner Suspended, delinquent
Peter Kleinhans Suspended, delinquent
Reed Charles Kleinle Suspended, delinquent
Simon A. Kleinman Suspended, delinquent
Todd Martin Kleinman Suspended, delinquent
Nathan Gustavo Klejman Suspended, delinquent
Catherine M. Klema Suspended, currently registered
Mai-Britt Klemp Suspended, delinquent
Aaron C. Kless Suspended, delinquent
Daniel S. Kletzky Suspended, delinquent
Joosje M. Kleyn 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 2,190 disbarred attorneys in our records.

How many attorneys have discipline records?

PlainAttorney tracks 23,910 attorneys with discipline records, including 2,190 disbarred, 21,002 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.