Has a lawyer been disbarred?

However, under the American Bar Association’s Model Rules of Professional Conduct, which have been adopted in most states, disbarment in one state or court is grounds for disbarment in a jurisdiction which has adopted the Model Rules. Disbarment is quite rare: in 2011, only 1,046 lawyers were disbarred.

Why would a lawyer get disbarred?

Disbarment may be imposed by the state bar association if a lawyer commits an offense that directly relates to his or her fitness to practice law. Such offenses may include dishonesty, fraud, felony, substance abuse, abuse of public office, or “conduct that is prejudicial to the administration of justice.”

Where can I find a DC bar disciplinary decision?

Rather, individuals researching an attorney should consult the full text of any disciplinary decision either online through the link provided in the summary to the Board on Professional Responsibility report or the D.C. Court of Appeals decision or in records maintained by the Office of Bar Counsel.

Who are the attorneys disbarred for professional misconduct?

ATTORNEY GRIEVANCE COMM’N v. DAVENPORT ATTORNEY GRIEVANCE COMM’N v. ARMSTRONG ATTORNEY GRIEVANCE COMM’N v. FRANK ATTORNEY GRIEVANCE COMM’N v. YI ATTORNEY GRIEVANCE COMM’N v. SMITH-SCOTT ATTORNEY GRIEVANCE COMM’N v. HOERAUF ATTORNEY GRIEVANCE COMM’N v. BAH

Can a member of the d.c.bar be suspended?

Members of the D.C. Bar who have violated one or more of the Rules of Professional Conduct may receive a sanction that does not involve a suspension from the practice of law.

What are the sanctions of the DC Bar?

The “nonsuspensory sanctions” are, from least severe to most severe: an “informal admonition” by Disciplinary Counsel, a “reprimand” by the Board on Professional Responsibility, and “public censure” by the Court.

When was the last time an attorney was disbarred?

List of Current Disciplined and Disbarred Attorneys – The United States Department of Justice and the Executive Office for Immigration Review website provides a list of currently disciplined attorneys, including attorneys expelled from practice before January 13, 2012.

How to find out if an attorney has been suspended or disbarred?

If you want to find out whether the attorney has ever been disciplined, suspended, or disbarred, these state bar directories are the best place to start your search. We created a list of these online attorney directories maintained by the state bar in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico.