On Thursday, July 17, 2025, the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, First Judicial Department granted Cynthia Yuan Lee’s motion for reinstatement as an attorney and counselor-at-law in the State of New York. The decision, effective immediately, allows Lee to resume her legal practice following a period of suspension.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Cynthia Yuan Lee,” with case no. 2025-03041.
Lee had been suspended from practicing law in New York by a court order issued on November 17, 2022, due to her failure to comply with Judiciary Law § 468-a.
In response to her suspension, Lee took corrective action and complied with the requirements of Judiciary Law § 468-a on or about April 8, 2025. Following this compliance, she submitted a motion to the court seeking reinstatement.
After reviewing the submitted documents and conducting due deliberation, the New York Court granted Lee’s motion. The court’s order officially restored her ability to practice law in the state.
According to the filing, Ms. Lee acquired her law license in New York in 2000.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
