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 51–100 of 24,037 all discipline records
| Name | Status |
|---|---|
| Zev Warren Abraham | Suspended, delinquent |
| Shyamala Christine Abrahams-Pease | Suspended, delinquent |
| Lara Michelle Abrahao | Suspended, delinquent |
| Jill A. Abramow | Suspended, delinquent |
| Amy L. Abramowitz | Suspended, delinquent |
| Matthew Seth Abramowitz | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Melissa Claire Abramowitz | Suspended, delinquent |
| Zachariah Roi Abramowitz | Suspended, delinquent |
| Aileen Theresa Abrams | Suspended, delinquent |
| Daniel Everett Abrams | Suspended, currently registered |
| Edward Lawrence Abrams | Disbarred |
| Ellen J. Abrams | Suspended, due to reregister |
| Evan R. Abrams | Suspended, delinquent |
| Geoffrey Abrams | Suspended, delinquent |
| Gerald Howard Abrams | Suspended, delinquent |
| Hyman Abrams | Disbarred |
| Lisa C. Abrams | Suspended, currently registered |
| Mark Abrams | Suspended, delinquent |
| Steven Ira Abrams | Suspended, delinquent |
| Steven Bruce Abrams | Suspended, delinquent |
| William Abrams | Suspended, delinquent |
| Ephraim Abramson | Suspended, delinquent |
| Howard Andrew Abramson | Suspended, delinquent |
| Joshua Manning Abramson | Suspended, delinquent |
| Lawrence M. Abramson | Suspended, delinquent |
| Elan Louis Abrell | Suspended, delinquent |
| Kaliane Silva Abreu | Suspended, delinquent |
| Matthew Adam Abreu | Suspended, delinquent |
| Milena A. Abreu | Suspended, delinquent |
| Sagal Mohamed Abshir | Suspended, delinquent |
| Olamide Abudu | Suspended, delinquent |
| Tamman Walid Abushakra | Suspended, delinquent |
| Camila Milan Acayaba | Suspended, delinquent |
| Michael Angelo Acciari | Suspended, delinquent |
| April Lyn Ace | Suspended, delinquent |
| Ana Lizza Villacrusis Acena | Suspended, delinquent |
| Kamala Acero | Suspended, currently registered |
| R Steven Aceti | Suspended, delinquent |
| Samuel Acevedo | Suspended, delinquent |
| Michael Lawrence Achenbaum | Suspended, delinquent |
| Pavlos Achlioptas | Suspended, delinquent |
| Edward John Achtner | Suspended, delinquent |
| Joseph Michael Acito | Disbarred |
| Maureen Coffey Ackerly | Suspended, delinquent |
| Anne D. Ackerman | Suspended, delinquent |
| Beth Laurie Ackerman | Suspended, delinquent |
| James Curtis Ackerman | Suspended, currently registered |
| Joel Allan Ackerman | Suspended, delinquent |
| Philip George Ackerman | Disbarred |
| Stewart Jeffrey Ackerman | 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.