On Monday, February 24, 2025, the Board of Immigration Appeals disbars Attorney Samuel C. Beale from practicing before immigration courts and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This decision follows a series of disciplinary actions stemming from Beale’s prior suspension in Texas.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Samuel C. Beale.”
The disciplinary process began when Beale entered into an agreement with the Grievance Committee of the Texas State Bar on September 21, 2023. Under this agreement, he was suspended from practicing law for one year, effective November 1, 2023, and concluding on October 31, 2024. The suspension was partially probated, with specific conditions that Beale was required to meet. Initially, he faced an active suspension from November 1 to November 30, 2023.
On November 20, 2023, the Disciplinary Counsel for the Executive Office for Immigration Review and DHS filed a petition for Beale’s immediate interim suspension from federal immigration practice, citing the ongoing disciplinary proceedings related to his Texas suspension. Consequently, on December 18, 2023, the BIA granted this petition, mandating Beale to inform clients about his suspension and keep records demonstrating compliance.
In the latest developments, the Board issued a Joint Notice of Intent to Discipline, which charged Beale with professional misconduct. The allegations included making false or misleading statements regarding his qualifications and engaging in unauthorized practice of law, in violation of disciplinary orders. Beale was required to respond to these allegations but failed to do so within the designated timeframe. This lack of response resulted in an automatic admission of the charges against him.
As a result, the Board determined that Beale’s actions warranted immediate disbarment. The order noted that the proposed sanction was appropriate given the nature of the misconduct and the necessity of protecting the public interest. The disbarment was effective immediately, and Beale is now barred from practicing law before the BIA, immigration courts, and DHS.
In addition to the disbarment, the Board mandated that Beale comply with prior directives and notify them of any future disciplinary actions against him. The details of this order will be made publicly available, including at immigration courts and relevant DHS offices. Beale has the option to petition for reinstatement to practice in the future, according to the regulations outlined by the Board.
The Disposition states:
“The Board hereby disbars the respondent from practice before the Board of Immigration Appeals, the Immigration Courts, and DHS, effective immediately.”
According to avvo.com, Mr. Beale is an immigration attorney in Houston, Texas. He attended the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, graduating in 1986.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
