On Thursday, October 2, 2025, the Supreme Court of New Jersey censured attorney Chadwick L. Hooker for multiple violations of the Rules of Professional Conduct (RPC). The decision follows Hooker’s temporary suspension from practicing law, which began on March 21, 2024.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Chadwick L. Hooker,” with case nos. 090730 and 090731.
Hooker’s censure stems from violations including lacking diligence (RPC 1.3), failing to adequately inform a client and comply with information requests (RPC 1.4(b)), and failing to protect a client’s interests upon termination of representation (RPC 1.16(d)). He was also found to have failed to cooperate with disciplinary authorities on four separate occasions (RPC 8.1(b)) and engaged in conduct prejudicial to the administration of justice (RPC 8.4(d)).
In addition to the censure, the Supreme Court ordered Hooker to disgorge $2,000 to his former client, Quivine E. Crudup, within sixty days of the order. The court also stipulated that Hooker will remain suspended from the practice of law, as per previous orders issued on March 21, 2024, and February 24, 2025.
The entire record of the case will be permanently added to Hooker’s file as an attorney in the state. Furthermore, Hooker is required to reimburse the Disciplinary Oversight Committee for administrative costs and expenses related to the prosecution of the matter.
According to Avvo.com, Mr. Hooker is a criminal defense attorney in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. He attended the New York Law School, graduating in 2015. He acquired his law license in New Jersey in 2015.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
