90-Day Suspension: The Disciplinary Case of Noam Jay Cohen
In the legal profession, a lawyer’s conduct during litigation is governed by strict rules of professionalism and respect for the judiciary. When an attorney’s behavior crosses the line into aggression or negligence toward court orders, the Florida Supreme Court acts to maintain the integrity of the bar. For Miami-based debt collection attorney Noam Jay Cohen […]
One-Year Suspension: The Case of Davie Attorney Dawn M. Aufenanger
The legal profession requires a dedicated commitment to diligence, communication, and the active progression of client matters. When an attorney repeatedly fails to meet these standards, the Florida Supreme Court intervenes to protect the public interest. For Davie-based attorney Dawn M. Aufenanger (Florida Bar No. 656011), a pattern of professional neglect has led to a […]
THE FOX GUARDING THE HENHOUSE: How Susan Yellen’s Law Partner Amy Eisenberg Helped a Corrupt Judge Escape Accountability — And Why Yellen Has No Business Chairing the Committee That Disciplines Lawyers An Investigation into Judicial Misconduct, Ethical Betrayal, and the Eisenpress-Eisenberg-Yellen Nexus in the Ninth Judicial District
INTRODUCTION The resignation of Justice Sherri L. Eisenpress from the Supreme Court of the Ninth Judicial District in Rockland County, New York, marks one of the most significant breaches of judicial ethics in the history of the regional judiciary. This report details a comprehensive investigation into the systemic failures that allowed a culture of social […]
INSIDE THE INNER CIRCLE: How Judge David Fried and Justice Sherri Eisenpress Built a Judicial Empire on Cronyism, Conflicts, and Cover-Ups
Rockland County’s Ninth Judicial District Under Scrutiny An Investigation into Bias, Favoritism, and the Erosion of Judicial Independence The administration of justice in the State of New York is fundamentally anchored by the mandate that the judiciary remain independent, impartial, and free from even the slightest appearance of impropriety.1 Within the Ninth Judicial District, recent […]
Two-Year Suspension: The Case of Atlantic Beach Attorney Kelly Brook Hampton
Maintaining public trust in the legal profession requires strict adherence to the rules of diligence and honesty. When an attorney repeatedly fails to communicate or misrepresents the status of cases to their clients, the Florida Supreme Court intervenes with significant disciplinary measures. For Atlantic Beach attorney Kelly Brook Hampton (Florida Bar No. 763071), a pattern […]
Permanent Disbarment: The Case of Wellington Attorney Jeffrey Marc Siskind
The duty of an attorney to handle client funds with absolute transparency is the bedrock of the legal profession. When that trust is betrayed through the misappropriation of funds, the Florida Supreme Court takes the most severe disciplinary action possible. For Wellington-based attorney Jeffrey Marc Siskind (Florida Bar No. 138746), a pattern of financial misconduct […]
Permanent Disciplinary Revocation: The Case of Patricia Anne Bronson
Trust is the bedrock of the legal profession. When an attorney is convicted of a felony or involved in conduct that endangers the public, the Florida Supreme Court acts decisively. For Tampa-based attorney Patricia Anne Bronson (also known as Patricia Anne Horal, Bar No. 44197), a series of criminal incidents has resulted in permanent disciplinary […]
Permanent Disbarment: The Case of Miguel Fernando Mirabal
The integrity of the judiciary is the foundation of public trust in the legal system. When a legal professional seeks judicial office through deceptive means, the consequences are definitive. For Coral Gables-based attorney and former judge-elect Miguel Fernando Mirabal (also known as Mike Mirabal, Bar No. 938181), a pattern of deceptive conduct has resulted in […]
30-Day Suspension for Attorney Cristina Bosmenier
Maintaining the highest standards of professional and personal conduct is a requirement for all members of the legal profession. When an attorney faces challenges that impact their fitness to practice or their compliance with Bar programs, the Florida Supreme Court takes corrective action. For Florida-licensed attorney Cristina Bosmenier (Florida Bar No. 1001887), a series of […]
Three-Year Suspension: The Case of Boca Raton Attorney W. Jeffrey Barnes
In the legal profession, an attorney’s reputation is built on candor and compliance across all jurisdictions where they hold a license. When a lawyer engages in deceptive practices or fails to respect the integrity of the bench, the Florida Supreme Court takes corrective action to safeguard the public. For Boca Raton attorney W. Jeffrey Barnes […]