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 101–150 of 718 resigned for discipline
| Name | Status |
|---|---|
| W Andrew Clawson | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Elgin R. Clemons | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Laurie Macdonald Coe | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Allen C. Cohen | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| David B. Cohen | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Edward Marvin Cohen | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Steven Elliott Cohen | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| David A. Collins | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Joseph Peter Connors | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Sharon E. Cook | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Denise D. Cooper | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Stephen E. Cooper | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Joseph Edmund Corrado | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| John Francis Corrigan | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Joseph George Costello | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| James Patrick Cotter | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| James B. Crane Ii | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Bonnie Lou Crogan-Mazur | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Dennis Daniel Crowley | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Enid J. Cruz | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Patrick W. Cukierski | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Kevin John Cummings | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Steven Christie Cunningham | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Dona Teveia Curtis-Thomas | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| John B. Dalbora | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Vincent T. Dambrosio | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Regina L. Darby | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Bernard Ezra Davis | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Charles Franklin Davis Jr | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Gregory L. Davis | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Jonathan Keith Davis | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Robert B. Davis | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Yvonne Debenedetto | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Francis Keil Decker | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Nicholas Peter Delguercio | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Alfred Anthony Delicata Jr | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Laurieanne Delitta | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Jennie M. Dellaria | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Amedeo Delmedico | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Richard Allan Delorenzo | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Robert J. Dembeck | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Dustin John Dente | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Daniel A. Derose | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Edward W. Deverna | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Thomas Guy Devivo Jr. | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Andrew H. Diamond | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Jeffrey Edwin Diamond | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Stephen Wayne Dicker | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Steven Howard Dickman | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Augustine Ademola Diji | 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.