On Thursday, September 4, 2025, the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, First Judicial Department granted the reinstatement of attorney Carole Catherine La Chapelle. La Chapelle faced suspension due to non-compliance with Judiciary Law §468-a.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Carole Catherine La Chapelle,” with case no. 2025-04910.
An order issued by the court on March 20, 2025, suspended La Chapelle from her duties as an attorney and counselor-at-law, effective immediately. This decision was made after it was determined that she had failed to meet the requirements set forth under the specified law.
Following her suspension, La Chapelle filed a motion seeking reinstatement. In light of her compliance with Judiciary Law §468-a, which she demonstrated on or about August 9, 2025, the court reviewed her petition. After due deliberation and consideration of the filed documents, the justices found sufficient grounds to grant her request.
The reinstatement order allows La Chapelle to return to her practice as an attorney in New York, effective immediately.
According to Avvo.com, Ms. La Chapelle is an attorney in Lisle, Illinois. She acquired her law license in New York in 1999.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
