Appellate Division, Third Department · October 15, 2026 · 2026 NY Slip Op 06055
Matter of Attorneys in Violation of Judiciary Law § 468-a. (DeSouza)
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Holding The court granted the respondent’s motion for reinstatement to the practice of law after determining by clear and convincing evidence that she satisfied the requisite character, fitness, and public interest standards. The order reinstated the respondent as an attorney and counselor-at-law effective immediately.
The court’s words
having determined, by clear and convincing evidence, that (1) respondent has satisfied the requirements of Rules of the Appellate Division, Third Department (22 NYCRR) § 806.16 (c) (5)
2026 NY Slip Op 06055, at the official text
| Court | Appellate Division, Third Department |
|---|---|
| Decided | October 15, 2026 |
| Citation | 2026 NY Slip Op 06055 |
| Area of law | Attorney Discipline and Professional Responsibility |
| Week | Week ending October 17, 2026 |
| Official text | Official decision: 2026 NY Slip Op 06055 |
| Publication status | Slip opinions are uncorrected and subject to revision before publication in the Official Reports. |
| Source feed | New York slip opinion page |
| Law Watch record id | 1271 |
Recommended citation
ESQ HQ, New York Law Watch, Matter of Attorneys in Violation of Judiciary Law § 468-a. (DeSouza), 2026 NY Slip Op 06055 (Appellate Division, Third Department, October 15, 2026), https://esqhq.com/decisions/2026-ny-slip-op-06055/
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