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 151–200 of 24,037 all discipline records
| Name | Status |
|---|---|
| David J. Ades | Suspended, delinquent |
| Maurice Alan Ades | Suspended, delinquent |
| Adebayo Ademola Adesina | Suspended, delinquent |
| Ademola Oluseyi Adewale-Sadik | Suspended, delinquent |
| Olufolake Ayodeji Adeyemi | Suspended, delinquent |
| Chizoba N. Adigwe | Suspended, delinquent |
| Frank Adipietro | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Tali Adir | Suspended, delinquent |
| Candace Marie Adiutori | Suspended, delinquent |
| Erika Joel Adkins | Suspended, delinquent |
| Mary Patricia Adkins | Suspended, delinquent |
| Tyler Britton Adkins | Suspended, delinquent |
| Sheryln Lee Adle | Suspended, delinquent |
| Anne-Valerie Adler | Suspended, delinquent |
| David Yale Adler | Suspended, delinquent |
| Elizabeth Anne Adler | Suspended, delinquent |
| Elyse Victoria Adler | Suspended, delinquent |
| Enrique Elliot Adler | Disbarred |
| Howard B. Adler | Disbarred |
| Katherine Anne Adler | Suspended, due to reregister |
| Kenneth Forbes Adler | Suspended, delinquent |
| Kevin Edward Adler | Suspended, delinquent |
| Marc Leonard Adler | Suspended, delinquent |
| Mark S. Adler | Suspended, delinquent |
| Mitchell Lloyd Adler | Suspended, delinquent |
| Nicholas Clyde Adler | Suspended, delinquent |
| Spencer Elliot Adler | Suspended, delinquent |
| Steven Adler | Suspended, delinquent |
| Meena Kumari Adnani | Suspended, delinquent |
| Leonard Hal Adoff | Suspended, delinquent |
| James Reid Adolf | Suspended, delinquent |
| Alan S. Adolph | Suspended, delinquent |
| Emery Eugene Adoradio | Suspended, due to reregister |
| Amy Marie Adorney | Suspended, delinquent |
| Henry Nissim Adorno | Suspended, delinquent |
| Harold Lewis Adrion | Suspended, currently registered |
| Abhishek Advani | Suspended, delinquent |
| Gary Scott Adwar | Suspended, delinquent |
| Arthur G. Affleck | Suspended, delinquent |
| Aaron Ari Afilalo | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Sam Afra | Suspended, due to reregister |
| Sohrab Steven Afra | Suspended, delinquent |
| Vardit Afriat | Suspended, delinquent |
| Sarah Afshar | Suspended, delinquent |
| Parry Aftab | Suspended, delinquent |
| Richard Agabs | Suspended, delinquent |
| William Theopilos Agathis | Suspended, delinquent |
| Navine K. Aggarwal | Suspended, delinquent |
| Sachin Kumar Aggarwal | Suspended, delinquent |
| Mavara Agha | 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.