On Thursday, September 18, 2025, the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, Third Judicial Department suspended attorney Daniel Figueroa III due to serious allegations of professional misconduct. The suspension is effective immediately and will remain in place until further notice from the court.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Daniel Figueroa III,” with case no. PM-210-25.
Figueroa faced complaints from the Attorney Grievance Committee (AGC) for the Third Judicial Department. These complaints included allegations of an inappropriate sexual relationship with a client and failures in representing an indigent client in a criminal case. The AGC initiated its investigation in July 2024, following the receipt of the complaints.
During the investigation, Figueroa was required to appear for an examination under oath and provide relevant documentation regarding the allegations. However, he failed to comply with the AGC’s requests, leading to an adjournment of the examination to grant him additional time to produce the required documents. Despite having multiple opportunities to respond to the complaints and requests for information, Figueroa did not fulfill these obligations.
The AGC’s motion for interim suspension cited Figueroa’s lack of cooperation as a significant concern, arguing that his actions posed an immediate threat to the public interest and undermined the integrity of the attorney disciplinary system.
The court emphasized that failure to comply with lawful demands from the AGC can serve as a basis for suspension, as established in previous cases.
In a decision, the court noted Figueroa’s repeated inability to respond adequately to inquiries and the implications of his inaction on the legal profession. The judges highlighted the importance of attorney compliance during disciplinary investigations, reinforcing that any further failure to respond could lead to his disbarment.
The court’s order not only suspends Figueroa from practicing law but also prohibits him from engaging in any legal activities in New York. He is forbidden from appearing as an attorney before any court or public authority and must surrender any Attorney Secure Pass he holds within 30 days.
Additionally, Figueroa has the option to request a hearing regarding his suspension within 20 days of the court’s decision. However, failure to respond or appear for further proceedings within six months could result in disbarment without additional notice.
The Disposition states:
“It is ORDERED that the respondent is suspended from the practice of law, effective immediately, and until further order of this Court.”
According to Avvo.com, Mr. Figueroa is an attorney in Rensselaer, New York. He attended the Suny Buffalo School of Law. He acquired his law license in New York in 2008.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
