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 17,001–17,050 of 21,141 suspended attorneys

Name Status
Shadi Sedghinejad Suspended, delinquent
Romanas Algimantas Sedlickas Suspended, delinquent
William James Sedor Suspended, currently registered
Beverly See Suspended, delinquent
Lauren Jane Seed Suspended, delinquent
Marc A. Seedorf Suspended, delinquent
Norma Seegal Suspended, delinquent
David Joseph Seeger Suspended, delinquent
Jeannie Seeliger Suspended, delinquent
Alexis K. Segal Suspended, delinquent
Benjamin J. Segal Suspended, delinquent
David Segal Suspended, due to reregister
Gillian Zoe Segal Suspended, delinquent
Lydia Genevieve Segal Suspended, delinquent
Steven Michael Segalas Suspended, delinquent
Carlos Michael Segarra Suspended, delinquent
Ninfa Segarra Suspended, delinquent
Ehud Eric Segev Suspended, currently registered
Lior Segev Suspended, currently registered
Brad Duane Seggie Suspended, currently registered
Paige Juliet Segrell Suspended, delinquent
Rebecca Elizabeth Segrest Suspended, delinquent
Judith Dillon Segreti Suspended, currently registered
Nalini Sehdev Suspended, delinquent
Jeffrey B. Sehgal Suspended, delinquent
Ujala Sehgal Suspended, delinquent
Robert F. Seibel Suspended, currently registered
Abby M. Seideman Suspended, currently registered
Richard P. Seiden Suspended, delinquent
Jonas Michael Seider Suspended, delinquent
Scott Seidlin Suspended, delinquent
Cathie Perselay Seidman Suspended, delinquent
Laura Deborah Seidman Suspended, delinquent
Allison Seidner Suspended, delinquent
Carolynn A. Seier Suspended, delinquent
Elana Kathleen Seifert Suspended, delinquent
Charles J. Seigel Suspended, delinquent
Thomas H. Seiler Suspended, delinquent
Leigh Nelson Seippel Suspended, delinquent
Loel H. Seitel Suspended, currently registered
Gregory Joseph Seitz Suspended, delinquent
Marie Seitz Suspended, delinquent
Susan Versenyi Seitz Suspended, delinquent
Candace Sela Suspended, delinquent
Marilyn Golomb Selber Suspended, delinquent
Vanessa Selbst Suspended, delinquent
Russell Macleod Selby Suspended, delinquent
John M. Selden Suspended, delinquent
Staci Selden Suspended, delinquent
Keith Allen Seldin 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.