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The Disgraceful End of a 35-Year Career: The Case of Judge Howard H. Shore

The career of retired San Diego County Judge Howard H. Shore came to a controversial end after two separate disciplinary actions by the California Commission

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September 22, 2025

From Director to Disbarred: The Fall of Attorney Mendel Zilberberg

An attorney’s license is a privilege that comes with a fundamental duty to uphold the law, not to break it. The disciplinary case of Mendel

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September 21, 2025

The Cautionary Tale of Dale Halling: A Lawyer’s Disbarment for Betraying Trust

When you hire a lawyer, you are entrusting them with your most critical legal affairs and, often, your financial security. The case of Dale Halling

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September 20, 2025

The Disbarment of Patent Attorney Dale B. Halling

In the legal profession, a lawyer’s license is not just a qualification; it is a promise of competence and integrity. When that promise is broken,

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September 19, 2025

Judge’s Error, Ethical Breach

A Lawyer’s Paramount Duty: Client Directives and the Limits of Professional Courtesy The scenario of a lawyer failing to respond to a vague communication from

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September 18, 2025

San Diego Judge Howard H. Shore Disciplined for Unauthorized Absences and Racially Biased Comments

SAN DIEGO, CA – The distinguished career of former San Diego County Superior Court Judge Howard H. Shore, a veteran of the bench for over

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September 17, 2025

AI’s Disruption of the Legal Profession: An Ethical Reckoning

The legal profession, long seen as a bastion of tradition, is now facing an existential threat from the rapid advance of artificial intelligence. It’s no

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September 16, 2025

The Case of Gregory Elvine-Kreis

The legal system relies on the public’s unwavering trust in the integrity and impartiality of its judges. But what happens when a judge’s personal behavior

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September 15, 2025

Disbarred for Deception: The Fall of Attorney Carlo Palladinetti

The legal profession, built on a foundation of trust and integrity, holds its members to the highest ethical standards. When those standards are breached, the

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September 14, 2025

A Judge’s Fall from Grace: The Disciplinary Case of Debra Burchett

The legal profession holds its members to a high standard, but for judges, this standard is even more stringent. A judge’s role is to be

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September 13, 2025

Why Diligence Matters for Lawyers – A Look at David H. Stoller’s Case

For attorneys, the duty of diligence isn’t just a professional courtesy—it’s a fundamental obligation. When a lawyer’s lack of action harms a client, the consequences

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September 12, 2025

Former Judge Tony Mallery Removed from Bench for ‘Troubling’ Misconduct

The career of former Lassen County Superior Court Judge Tony R. Mallery came to a definitive end after the California Supreme Court upheld a decision

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September 11, 2025

The End of a Career: Florida Attorney James Lawrence Torres Disbarred Over Trust Account Violations

The legal profession operates on an unwritten contract of trust a promise that attorneys will act with the highest degree of integrity, especially when handling

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September 10, 2025

Judge Wayne Culver’s Disciplinary Case: A Look Inside the Florida Judicial System’s Response to Misconduct

In a rare public reprimand, the Florida Supreme Court suspended Seminole County Judge Wayne Culver for 60 days without pay following an investigation by the

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September 9, 2025

The Danger of a Simple Mistake: The Case of Kenneth Clark Steel III

In a world where legal systems are often perceived as complex and slow, the case of Jacksonville attorney Kenneth Clark Steel III serves as a

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September 8, 2025

When Ambition Outpaces Ethics: The Disciplinary Case of Walker J. Smith IV

The legal profession, at its core, is built on trust, integrity, and adherence to a strict code of ethics. When those pillars are shaken, even

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September 7, 2025

The Downfall of a Judge: From Bench to Disbarment

Judge Jessica Arong O’Brien’s disciplinary case was a complex and public legal saga that captivated observers in Cook County, Illinois. It was a rare instance

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September 6, 2025

When the Gavel Falls Harshly: The Disciplinary Saga of Judge Rolan M. Sohigian

The courtroom is a place where justice is sought, and the judge, as the arbiter of law, is expected to embody impartiality, dignity, and respect.

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September 5, 2025

The Misconduct of Judge Scott Steiner: A Breach of Trust and Decorum

The role of a judge in society is one of profound trust and responsibility. They are the arbiters of justice, expected to uphold the law

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September 4, 2025

A Breach of Trust: Why a Florida Lawyer Was Disbarred for Misusing Client Funds

The case, titled “The Florida Bar v. Natalie Renee Jones,” began with an emergency petition to suspend her from practicing law. The petition alleged that

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September 3, 2025

A Judge’s Due Process Failure: What the Susan L. Greenberg Case Means for Justice

In a rare but important display of accountability, the California Commission on Judicial Performance issued a public admonishment against Judge Susan L. Greenberg of the

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September 2, 2025

When Words Cross the Line: Lawyer Felipe N. Gomez Suspended for Harassment

In the legal profession, words are a lawyer’s greatest tool but they can also become their downfall. Few cases illustrate this better than the disciplinary

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August 31, 2025

Florida Attorney T. Lorraine Johns Suspended for Estate Neglect and Bar Noncompliance

On Thursday, May 15, 2025, the Supreme Court of Florida approved a referee’s report suspending attorney T. Lorraine Johns from practicing law for ten days,

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August 30, 2025

A Judge Removed: An Analysis of the Misconduct and Removal of Thomas F. Rathbun

The judiciary is held to a high standard of conduct to ensure public trust in the justice system. When a judge’s actions fall short of

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August 29, 2025
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