On Thursday, July 31, 2025, the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, Third Judicial Department granted the resignation of attorney Jenna Catherine Katz Klein for nondisciplinary reasons. Her application was supported by the Attorney Grievance Committee for the Third Judicial Department, which stated it did not oppose her request.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Jenna Catherine Katz Klein,” with case no. PM-159-25.
Klein swore an affidavit on May 29, 2025, detailing her reasons for stepping down, which was filed with the court on June 9, 2025. The court reviewed this affidavit alongside a response from the Deputy Chief Attorney of the Attorney Grievance Committee dated July 21, 2025. Upon determining her eligibility for resignation under the applicable rules, the court accepted her application.
The court’s order striking Klein’s name from the roll of attorneys and counselors-at-law in New York takes effect immediately. The ruling also prohibits Klein from practicing law in New York in any capacity, including acting as an agent, clerk, or employee for another. She is barred from appearing before any court or public authority as an attorney and must refrain from offering legal opinions or advice. Additionally, Klein is required to return any Attorney Secure Pass issued to her to the Office of Court Administration within 30 days of the decision.
The Disposition states:
“It is ORDERED that Jenna Catherine Katz Klein’s application for permission to resign is granted and her nondisciplinary resignation is accepted.”
According to Avvo.com, Ms. Klein is an attorney in Anchorage, Arkansas. She acquired her law license in New York in 2019.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
