Appellate Division, Third Department · October 15, 2026 · 2026 NY Slip Op 06057
Matter of Attorneys in Violation of Judiciary Law § 468-a. (McErlane)
Read the official decision: 2026 NY Slip Op 06057
Holding The court granted the respondent’s motion for reinstatement to the practice of law after determining by clear and convincing evidence that she complied with the suspension order and possessed the requisite character and fitness. The court further found that reinstatement would be in the public interest, effective immediately.
The court’s words
determined, by clear and convincing evidence, that (1) respondent has complied with the order of suspension and the rules of this Court
2026 NY Slip Op 06057, at the official text
respondent has the requisite character and fitness to practice law, and (3) it would be in the public interest to reinstate respondent
2026 NY Slip Op 06057, at the official text
| Court | Appellate Division, Third Department |
|---|---|
| Decided | October 15, 2026 |
| Citation | 2026 NY Slip Op 06057 |
| Area of law | Attorney Discipline and Professional Responsibility |
| Week | Week ending October 17, 2026 |
| Official text | Official decision: 2026 NY Slip Op 06057 |
| 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 | 1275 |
Recommended citation
ESQ HQ, New York Law Watch, Matter of Attorneys in Violation of Judiciary Law § 468-a. (McErlane), 2026 NY Slip Op 06057 (Appellate Division, Third Department, October 15, 2026), https://esqhq.com/decisions/2026-ny-slip-op-06057/
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