On Thursday, November 7, 2024, the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, Third Judicial Department granted the resignation of attorney Edward J. Copeland from the New York Bar for nondisciplinary reasons. Copeland submitted his request to resign, which was reviewed by the Attorney Grievance Committee for the Third Judicial Department (AGC). The AGC indicated that it did not oppose his application.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Edward J. Copeland,” with case no. PM-218-24.
In his affidavit, sworn on September 16, 2024, and filed shortly thereafter on September 19, 2024, Copeland outlined his reasons for seeking to resign. The court found him eligible for resignation under relevant rules governing attorney disciplinary matters.
The court’s order not only accepted Copeland’s resignation but also mandated that his name be removed from the official list of attorneys and counselors-at-law in New York, effective immediately. The ruling requires Copeland to cease all legal practices within the state, prohibiting him from acting as an attorney, appearing in court, or offering legal opinions or advice. Furthermore, within 30 days, he must return any Attorney Secure Pass issued to him by the Office of Court Administration.
The Disposition states:
“ORDERED that Edward J. Copeland’s application for permission to resign is granted and his nondisciplinary resignation is accepted.”
According to avvo.com, Mr. Copeland is an administrative lawyer in Chicago, Illinois. He attended the Northwestern University School of Law. He acquired his law license in New York in 1981.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
