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 19,801–19,850 of 21,141 suspended attorneys

Name Status
Wei Wang Suspended, delinquent
Wei Wang Suspended, delinquent
Wei Wang Suspended, delinquent
Wei-Ni Wang Suspended, delinquent
Xiaolin Wang Suspended, delinquent
Xinyi Wang Suspended, delinquent
Xinyue Wang Suspended, delinquent
Xuelan Wang Suspended, delinquent
Yanbin Wang Suspended, delinquent
Yi-Jen Wang Suspended, delinquent
Yiliu Wang Suspended, delinquent
Yin-Chin Wang Suspended, delinquent
Yixuan Wang Suspended, delinquent
Yue Wang Suspended, delinquent
Yue Wang Suspended, currently registered
Zheqiong Wang Suspended, delinquent
Zixuan Wang Suspended, delinquent
Heidi Christine Wanner Suspended, delinquent
Susan Baise Warburg Suspended, delinquent
Adam Todd Warcholak Suspended, delinquent
Helen Deming Ward Suspended, delinquent
Hugh John Ward Suspended, delinquent
Joseph F. Ward Suspended, delinquent
Mark Brian Ward Suspended, delinquent
Martin Christopher Carlton Ward Suspended, delinquent
Masjo Hamilton Ward Suspended, delinquent
Michael W. Ward Suspended, delinquent
Sohyoung Choo Ward Suspended, delinquent
Taylor Dudley Ward Suspended, delinquent
Bryan Edward Wardell Suspended, delinquent
Charles Leroy Wardell Suspended, delinquent
Melissa Lea Wardlaw Suspended, delinquent
Emma Jane Louise Waring Suspended, delinquent
Patrick James Smith Waring Suspended, delinquent
Candace Tam Warll Suspended, delinquent
Amy Beth Warner Suspended, delinquent
Michael Douglas Warner Suspended, delinquent
Tugbaty Negbalee Warner Suspended, delinquent
Thomas Ashley Warr Suspended, delinquent
Bruce K. Warren Suspended, delinquent
Carol Susan Warren Suspended, delinquent
Cynthia Lee Warren Suspended, currently registered
E Vincent Warren Suspended, delinquent
Elizabeth Anne Warren Suspended, currently registered
Herbert Lee Warren Suspended, delinquent
Jennifer Cynthia Warren Suspended, delinquent
Lynn K. Warren Suspended, delinquent
Michael W. Warren Suspended, delinquent
Morgan Sheinberg Warren Suspended, delinquent
Rona Warren 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.