Form of disciplining a lawyer whereby he/she loses, permanently or temporarily, the right to practice law.
A disciplinary action that prohibits an attorney from practicing law in the state. The attorney's name is stricken from the Roll of California Attorneys.
when a lawyer's license to practice is revoked by the Iowa Supreme Court due to misconduct or violation of ethical rules
Form of discipline of a lawyer where he or she loses the right to practice law.
Disbarment is a penalty for lawyers. It consists of no longer being allowed to practice law or argue cases. For most lawyers, this can essentially mean no longer having a livelihood.