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'''Disbarment''' is a form of [[discipline]] of a lawyer resulting in the loss (often permanently) of that lawyer's right to practice law. It is contrasted with censure or suspension. | '''Disbarment''' is a form of [[discipline]] of a lawyer resulting in the loss (often permanently) of that lawyer's right to practice law. It is contrasted with censure or suspension. | ||
| − | + | ==Notable Examples== | |
| + | * [[Mike Nifong]] was disbarred for his prosecution of the innocent [[Duke University#2006 Lacrosse case|Duke lacrosse players]] in 2006. | ||
| + | * [[Fred Phelps]], better known as the former pastor of the [[Westboro Baptist Church]], was also a lawyer who was disbarred (by agreement) after filing numerous [[vexatious litigation|frivolous lawsuits]] against persons attempting to sue him. | ||
| + | * [[Alger Hiss]] was disbarred after being convicted of perjury in 1951. His Massachusetts law license was later reinstated in 1975. | ||
[[Category:Legal Terms]] | [[Category:Legal Terms]] | ||
Latest revision as of 05:14, June 6, 2024
Disbarment is a form of discipline of a lawyer resulting in the loss (often permanently) of that lawyer's right to practice law. It is contrasted with censure or suspension.
Notable Examples
- Mike Nifong was disbarred for his prosecution of the innocent Duke lacrosse players in 2006.
- Fred Phelps, better known as the former pastor of the Westboro Baptist Church, was also a lawyer who was disbarred (by agreement) after filing numerous frivolous lawsuits against persons attempting to sue him.
- Alger Hiss was disbarred after being convicted of perjury in 1951. His Massachusetts law license was later reinstated in 1975.