Disbarred in Georgia: Kathleen Strang Removed from Bar for Client Abandonment
In a serious enforcement action to uphold the integrity of the bar, the Supreme Court of Georgia has ordered the disbarment of attorney Kathleen Strang of Albany, Georgia. The disbarment, which became effective in August 2025, was the result of a Special Master’s findings that Strang committed severe professional misconduct across multiple client matters, essentially […]
The Fall of a Campaign Lawyer: Jenna Ellis’s Felony Plea Leads to Three-Year Law License Suspension
Conservative lawyer Jenna Ellis, a key member of Donald Trump’s 2020 re-election campaign legal team, pleaded guilty to a felony in Georgia and subsequently agreed to a three-year suspension of her law license in Colorado for her role in efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. Jenna Lynn Ellis is an American conservative lawyer and […]
Disbarred for Deceit: Andrea Jo Anne David-Vega Loses License
The Supreme Court of Georgia ordered the disbarment of attorney Andrea Jo Anne David-Vega in March 2024 after finding she abandoned a client’s personal injury case, allowed the statute of limitations to expire, and then attempted to cover up her misconduct by fabricating text messages and emails. A Shocking Betrayal of Trust The legal career […]
Attorney Wilson R. Smith Jailed for Multi-Million Dollar Client Fraud
The trust clients place in their attorneys is foundational to the legal profession. When an attorney betrays that trust not just through negligence, but through deliberate, criminal deception, the consequences must be absolute. The case of former Vidalia, Georgia, attorney Wilson R. Smith serves as a chilling example, resulting in a federal prison sentence and […]
Betrayal and Disbarment: The Fall of Georgia Attorney Melvin Raines II
The promise an attorney makes to their client is one of diligence, competence, and, above all, honesty. When that promise is broken, particularly through theft and deliberate deceit, the legal system must respond with its strongest sanction. The disciplinary case of Georgia attorney Melvin Raines II is a stark illustration, culminating in his disbarment by […]
Georgia Attorney Joe Durham Jr. Faces Disbarment Over $2 Million Client Fund Misappropriation and Threats
Albany, Georgia, attorney Joseph “Joe” Durham Jr. requested a temporary suspension of his law license in September 2025 amidst a devastating State Bar investigation involving the alleged misuse of over $2 million in client settlement funds, falsifying documents, and threatening former clients. The Charges: A Pattern of Financial and Ethical Misconduct Joseph “Joe” Durham Jr., […]
Six-Month Suspension for Christopher Ryan Breault After Threatening Conduct and Client Confidentiality Breach
The Supreme Court of Georgia has imposed a six-month suspension on attorney Christopher Ryan Breault for multiple professional misconduct violations stemming from his aggressive litigation tactics and subsequent handling of client information in a personal injury case. The March 2025 decision concluded a lengthy disciplinary review, highlighting the critical importance of client confidentiality and respectful […]
Attorney Dell Jackson Disbarred for Complete Client Neglect
The Supreme Court of Georgia has issued a definitive order of disbarment against attorney Dell Jackson for a severe breach of professional duty that centered on client abandonment and a complete failure to communicate. The March 2025 ruling concluded a disciplinary matter that exposed a fundamental neglect of the core responsibilities an attorney owes to […]
The Ultimate Breach of Trust: The Disbarment of Attorney Johnbull Nwosu
The pursuit of justice must always be conducted within the bounds of honesty. For an attorney, the duty of candor to the tribunal is one of the most sacred oaths, directly underpinning the integrity of the judicial system. The disciplinary case of Georgia attorney Johnbull Okechukwu Nwosu is a definitive and severe consequence of violating […]
Indiana Attorney Steven P. Taylor Publicly Reprimanded for Client Neglect
The Indiana Supreme Court has imposed a Public Reprimand on Indianapolis attorney Steven P. Taylor for violating professional conduct rules in his representation of clients in a post-bankruptcy matter. The discipline, stemming from his failure to diligently pursue an agreed-upon legal action and his persistent lack of communication, serves as a sharp reminder of the […]