A New York attorney grievance investigation can result from alleged violations of professional conduct rules or conduct that raises concerns about an attorney’s fitness to practice law.
Common allegations include:
• Attorney escrow and trust account violations
• Misappropriation or commingling of client funds
• Failure to communicate with clients
• Neglect of legal matters
• Conflicts of interest
• Excessive or improper legal fees
• Dishonesty or misrepresentation
• Criminal charges affecting professional fitness
Even administrative or bookkeeping errors involving client funds can trigger a grievance investigation.
