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 301–350 of 718 resigned for discipline
| Name | Status |
|---|---|
| Antonio Johnson | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Anthony Jones | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| E. Stewart Jones Jr. | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Robert Abraham Kahn | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Sheila Maura Kahoe | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Stanley Joseph Kalathara | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Stephen E. Kalba | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| James G. Kalpakis | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Lawrence Jay Kaminsky | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Mark Stephen Kaminsky | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Ira Stephen Kaplan | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Gerard M. Karlen | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Stanton Karnbad | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Robert John Kaschak | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Andrew Scott Kastein | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| John Stephen Katsigianis | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| David Alan Katz | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Brent Joseph Kaufman | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Corey Brent Kaye | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Gene Roy Kazlow | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Thomas Keating | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Matthew C. Keenan | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Paul Edward Keith | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Eric Robert Kellerman | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Steven Paul Kersner | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Adam Ronald Kidan | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Allithea Evelyn Killeen | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Bobby H.J. Kim | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Claudine K King | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Byron Elliott Kirkland | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Warren Alan Kirshenbaum | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Edward N. Kiss | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Shmuel Berel Klein | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Arthur W. Klingel | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Michael J. Kohn | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Richard Kops | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Paul Kotch | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Timothy Kozak | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Timothy M. Kozyra | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Neil Stewart Kramer | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Stephen R. Krawitz | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Robert Brandon Kress | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Mark Kressner | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Martin Neil Kroll | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Michael S. Krome | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Sheldon Herbert Kronegold | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Christopher K. Kuehn | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Ronald James Kurpiers Ii | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Bradley W. Kurtzberg | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Angelo James Labue | 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.