On Thursday, September 4, 2025, the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, First Judicial Department granted the reinstatement of attorney Kavita Pawria-Sanchez. This decision follows a motion filed by Pawria-Sanchez to resume her practice as a retired attorney and counselor-at-law in the state.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Kavita Pawria-Sanchez,” with case no. 2025-04729.
Pawria-Sanchez had been suspended from practicing law on March 17, 2020, due to non-compliance with Judiciary Law §468-a. Following her suspension, she took steps to meet the legal requirements, and on February 21, 2025, she demonstrated compliance with the relevant statute.
The court’s ruling marks a significant development in Pawria-Sanchez’s legal career, allowing her to return to the legal profession after fulfilling the necessary conditions. The order for reinstatement emphasizes the court’s acknowledgment of her efforts to rectify the prior issues that led to her suspension.
This reinstatement is effective immediately, permitting Pawria-Sanchez to resume her role within the legal community in New York.
The Disposition states:
“It is ordered that the motion is granted and petitioner is reinstated as a retired attorney and counselor-at-law in the State of New York, effective the date hereof.”
According to Avvo.com, Ms. Pawria-Sanchez acquired her law license in New York in 2004.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
