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 1,551–1,600 of 23,910 all discipline records
| Name | Status |
|---|---|
| Mara Ingrid Berkman | Suspended, delinquent |
| Saul Arthur Berkman | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Olga Berkovich | Suspended, delinquent |
| Kathleen Hawkins Berkowe | Suspended, delinquent |
| Adam Carl Berkowitz | Suspended, delinquent |
| Emily Melissa Berkowitz | Suspended, delinquent |
| Jeffrey Berkowitz | Suspended, delinquent |
| Robert Berkowitz | Suspended, delinquent |
| Wayne Kenneth Berkowitz | Suspended, delinquent |
| Dennis Steven Berkowsky | Disbarred |
| Ayala Berler-Shapira | Suspended, delinquent |
| Alexander K Berley | Suspended, delinquent |
| Denise Marla Berlin | Suspended, delinquent |
| Kenneth Adam Berlin | Suspended, delinquent |
| Miriam Hess Berlin | Suspended, delinquent |
| Steven Mark Berlin | Suspended, delinquent |
| Renee Leslie Berliner | Suspended, due to reregister |
| Jeffrey Kevin Berlowitz | Suspended, delinquent |
| Adam A. Berman | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Alison Anne Berman | Suspended, delinquent |
| Brian Murray Berman | Disbarred |
| Claire Sylvia Berman | Suspended, delinquent |
| David Charles Berman | Suspended, delinquent |
| Frank Richard Berman | Suspended, delinquent |
| Helen Ann Berman | Suspended, delinquent |
| Ira Lewis Berman | Disbarred |
| Karen A B Berman | Suspended, delinquent |
| Keira Lynne Berman | Suspended, delinquent |
| Kenneth Z. Berman | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Meredith Lynn Berman | Suspended, delinquent |
| Todd Jacob Berman | Suspended, delinquent |
| Joseph Berna | Suspended, delinquent |
| Ricardo Cruz Bernabe | Suspended, delinquent |
| Christian Bernard | Disbarred |
| Bonita Bernardot | Suspended, delinquent |
| Kenneth Paul Bernas | Disbarred |
| John C. Berndt | Suspended, delinquent |
| Christopher David Berner | Suspended, delinquent |
| Marc Ian Berner | Suspended, delinquent |
| Melissa Philomene Bernier | Disbarred |
| Lloyd Marshall Berns | Disbarred |
| Kathryn Jean Bernson | Suspended, delinquent |
| Adam H. Bernstein | Disbarred |
| Amir Yaacov Bernstein | Suspended, delinquent |
| Andrew Howard Bernstein | Suspended, delinquent |
| Arnold A. Bernstein | Disbarred |
| Chad Marshall Bernstein | Suspended, delinquent |
| David Jay Bernstein | Suspended, delinquent |
| Edward Mark Bernstein | Suspended, delinquent |
| Faryl Beth Bernstein | 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.