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  • Attorney William James MacNaughton Publicly Censured by NY Appellate Court
    by ALABnews Staff Writer on February 13, 2026 at 5:00 pm

    On Thursday, January 22, 2026, the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, First Judicial Department granted the Attorney Grievance Committee’s motion for reciprocal discipline against attorney William James MacNaughton. The court publicly censured MacNaughton based on similar disciplinary action taken by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. The case is entitled “In the Matter of The post Attorney William James MacNaughton Publicly Censured by NY Appellate Court appeared first on ALABnews.

  • California Attorney Todd James Hilts Suspended for Neglect, Court Order Violation
    by ALABnews Staff Writer on February 13, 2026 at 4:55 pm

    On Thursday, January 22, 2026, the California Supreme Court issued an order suspending attorney Todd James Hilts from practicing law for one year, with the suspension stayed, and placing him on probation for one year, subject to specific conditions. The order, stemming from a State Bar Court case (SBC-25-O-30738), mandates a 30-day actual suspension as The post California Attorney Todd James Hilts Suspended for Neglect, Court Order Violation appeared first on ALABnews.

  • Attorney Stephen M. Johnson Suspended for 60 Days by Idaho Supreme Court
    by ALABnews Staff Writer on February 13, 2026 at 4:45 pm

    On Thursday, January 12, 2026, the Idaho Supreme Court suspended attorney Stephen M. Johnson from practicing law for 60 days, effective retroactively to October 3, 2025. The Idaho Supreme Court’s Disciplinary Order was a result of a stipulated resolution following an Idaho State Bar (ISB) disciplinary proceeding. The case originated on September 4, 2025, when The post Attorney Stephen M. Johnson Suspended for 60 Days by Idaho Supreme Court appeared first on ALABnews.

  • Illinois Attorney Michael John Raiz Recommended for Disbarment for Misappropriating Client Funds
    by ALABnews Staff Writer on February 12, 2026 at 5:45 pm

    On Friday, January 30, 2026, the Hearing Board of the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission recommended the disbarment of attorney Michael John Raiz following a default proceeding. The case is entitled “In the Matter of Michael John Raiz,” with case number 2025PR00060. The recommendation stems from allegations that Raiz dishonestly converted at least $274,479.45 The post Illinois Attorney Michael John Raiz Recommended for Disbarment for Misappropriating Client Funds appeared first on ALABnews.

  • Attorney Jacqueline M. Hansen Bukowski Suspended for Incapacity Due to Dementia
    by ALABnews Staff Writer on February 12, 2026 at 5:00 pm

    On Thursday, January 22, 2026, the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, First Judicial Department suspended attorney Jacqueline M. Hansen Bukowski from practicing law due to a medical condition that has rendered her incapacitated. The suspension was ordered with immediate effect, and any disciplinary investigations or proceedings against Bukowski have been stayed until further notice The post Attorney Jacqueline M. Hansen Bukowski Suspended for Incapacity Due to Dementia appeared first on ALABnews.

  • Texas Commission Suspends Judge Rosie Speedlin‑Gonzalez Without Pay After Indictment for Unlawful Restraint, Official Oppression
    by AbusiveDiscretion Staff Writer on February 11, 2026 at 5:30 pm

    On Thursday, February 5, 2026, the Texas Commission on Judicial Conduct suspended Judge Rosie Speedlin-Gonzalez without pay from her judicial office at County Court at Law No. 13 in Bexar County, Texas. The suspension follows an indictment presented to the Commission on February 4, 2026, related to charges stemming from an incident alleged to have The post Texas Commission Suspends Judge Rosie Speedlin‑Gonzalez Without Pay After Indictment for Unlawful Restraint, Official Oppression appeared first on AbusiveDiscretion.

  • Fix the Court Applauds Dismissal of Complaints Against Judge James Boasberg
    by AbusiveDiscretion Staff Writer on February 11, 2026 at 5:00 pm

    On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, nonprofit organization Fix the Court applauded Sixth Circuit Chief Judge Jeff Sutton’s dismissal of three misconduct complaints against D.D.C. Chief Judge James Boasberg. The complaints were deemed frivolous. According to Fix the Court, Sutton’s dismissal orders reinforce judicial independence and the standards for evaluating misconduct allegations. Only one of the The post Fix the Court Applauds Dismissal of Complaints Against Judge James Boasberg appeared first on AbusiveDiscretion.

  • Georgia Judge Jane C. Barwick Retires After More Than a Decade of Service
    by AbusiveDiscretion Staff Writer on February 11, 2026 at 3:30 pm

    Fulton County Superior Court has announced the retirement of Judge Jane C. Barwick, marking the end of her distinguished tenure on the superior court bench. After dedicating more than a decade to serving the Fulton County community, Judge Barwick is transitioning to a new chapter that includes more personal time. Her retirement plans involve exchanging The post Georgia Judge Jane C. Barwick Retires After More Than a Decade of Service appeared first on AbusiveDiscretion.

  • Ohio Inmate Seeks Mandamus to Compel Judge Douglas M. Rastatter to Rule on Pending Motion
    by AbusiveDiscretion Staff Writer on February 11, 2026 at 3:00 pm

    On Thursday, February 5, 2026, Cory Springs filed a complaint for a writ of mandamus in the Supreme Court of Ohio against Douglas M. Rastatter, a Clark County Common Pleas Judge. Springs, an inmate at Chillicothe Correctional Institution, initiated the action pro se. Springs’ complaint seeks to compel Judge Rastatter to rule on motions filed The post Ohio Inmate Seeks Mandamus to Compel Judge Douglas M. Rastatter to Rule on Pending Motion appeared first on AbusiveDiscretion.

  • New Details Emerge on Misconduct Inquiry Involving Federal Judge Mark Wolf
    by AbusiveDiscretion Staff Writer on February 10, 2026 at 5:30 pm

    On Wednesday, February 4, 2026, NPR released a report detailing a misconduct inquiry involving a recently retired federal judge, raising potential complications surrounding his departure. Mark Wolf, who is 79 years old, concluded a distinguished career spanning over four decades on the federal district court in Massachusetts when he retired in November. The timing of The post New Details Emerge on Misconduct Inquiry Involving Federal Judge Mark Wolf appeared first on AbusiveDiscretion.