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 1–50 of 718 resigned for discipline
| Name | Status |
|---|---|
| Cristino C. Abasolo | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Ross Martin Abelow | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Matthew Seth Abramowitz | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Anne Elizabeth Adams | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Frank Adipietro | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Aaron Ari Afilalo | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Vincent Agnello | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Rory M. Alarcon | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Steven Boyd Alderman | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Paul Richard Alter | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Joseph Amaru | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Lisa Ann Ammirati | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Jasleen Kaur Anand | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| James F. Anzelone | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Steve Frederique Apollon | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Derrick G. Arjune | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| James Frank Armstrong | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Anders G. Arnheim | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| David Augenstein | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Michael Avallone | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Akintayo Abimbola Ayorinde | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Jeffrey Allan Badner | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Juan A. Baez | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Thomas Joseph Bailey | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Barry Balaban | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Christopher Anthony Bangs | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Constant Jean Baptiste Jr | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Dorothy Baratta | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Sonya G Moody Barksdale | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Thomas J. Barnes | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Jerrold William Bartman | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Marvin E. Basson | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Rodney E. Batts | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Sidney Baumgarten | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| C. Samuel Beardsley | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Richard Craig Becker | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Mitchell Bedell | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Thomas F. Bello | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Alice Phillips Belmonte | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| William F. Benca | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Eugene Victor Benevenia | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Steven Cullen Bennett | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Richard Harvey Berg | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Joshua Berger | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Kathrin Berkenbusch | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Saul Arthur Berkman | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Adam A. Berman | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| Kenneth Z. Berman | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| David J. Bershad | Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason |
| William Thomas Bickerstaff | 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.