Appellate Division, Third Department · November 12, 2026 · 2026 NY Slip Op 06609
Matter of Attorneys in Violation of Judiciary Law § 468-a. (Hao Qiao)
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Holding The court granted the respondent’s motion for reinstatement to the practice of law. It determined by clear and convincing evidence that the respondent complied with the suspension order, possessed requisite character and fitness, and that reinstatement served the public interest.
The court’s words
having 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 06609, at the official text
| Court | Appellate Division, Third Department |
|---|---|
| Decided | November 12, 2026 |
| Citation | 2026 NY Slip Op 06609 |
| Area of law | Attorney Discipline and Professional Responsibility |
| Week | Week ending November 14, 2026 |
| Official text | Official decision: 2026 NY Slip Op 06609 |
| 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 | 1907 |
Recommended citation
ESQ HQ, New York Law Watch, Matter of Attorneys in Violation of Judiciary Law § 468-a. (Hao Qiao), 2026 NY Slip Op 06609 (Appellate Division, Third Department, November 12, 2026), https://esqhq.com/decisions/2026-ny-slip-op-06609/
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