Disbarment, also known as striking off, is the removal of a lawyer from a bar association or the practice of law, thus revoking their law license or admission to practice law. Disbarment is usually a punishment for unethical or criminal conduct but may also be imposed for incompetence or incapacity.

What is disbarment proceedings?

Disbarment, the process whereby an attorney is deprived of his license or privileges for failure to carry out his practice in accordance with established standards. Temporary suspension may be employed if some lesser punishment is warranted.

What is the meaning of disbarment?

Definition. The revocation of a lawyer's license to practice law, usually as a result of a violation of professional ethics. Disbarment may be imposed by the state bar association if a lawyer commits an offense that directly relates to his or her fitness to practice law.