On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the Supreme Court of New Jersey censured attorney Kevin Robert Gallagher based on disciplinary actions taken by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The ruling, filed on February 13, 2026, documents the court’s order following a recommendation from the Disciplinary Review Board.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Kevin Robert Gallagher,” with case no. 091237.
The disciplinary action stems from unethical conduct deemed to violate several Rules of Professional Conduct (RPC) in New Jersey. These include RPC 1.1(a), addressing gross neglect; RPC 1.3, concerning a lack of diligence; RPC 5.4(c), related to permitting an unqualified individual to influence an attorney’s professional judgment; RPC 5.5(a)(2), involving assistance in the unauthorized practice of law; and RPC 8.4(d), about conduct prejudicial to the administration of justice.
The Supreme Court’s order mandates that the complete record of the case be permanently included in Gallagher’s file as an attorney in the state. Furthermore, Gallagher is required to reimburse the Disciplinary Oversight Committee for administrative costs and actual expenses incurred during the prosecution of the matter, as outlined in Rule 1:20-17.
According to Avvo.com, Mr. Gallagher is an attorney in Flemington, New Jersey. He acquired his law license in New Jersey in 1989.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
