On Thursday, May 22, 2025, the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, Third Judicial Department granted the application of James Grier Hoy to resign from the New York Bar for nondisciplinary reasons.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of James Grier Hoyt,” with case no. PM-124-25.
In his affidavit filed on April 28, 2025, Hoyt requested permission to resign, citing personal reasons unrelated to any disciplinary matters. The Attorney Grievance Committee for the Third Judicial Department reviewed Hoyt’s application. In correspondence dated May 15, 2025, the committee indicated it did not oppose the request.
The court evaluated Hoyt’s submission and the committee’s response. After determining his eligibility under the Rules for Attorney Disciplinary Matters (22 NYCRR § 1240.22 [a]), the panel unanimously approved the resignation.
As a result, the court ordered that James Grier Hoyt’s name be removed from the roll of attorneys and counselors-at-law in the State of New York, effective immediately. The ruling prohibits Hoyt from practicing law in any capacity within the state, whether as a principal, agent, clerk, or employee of another. He is also barred from appearing as an attorney or counselor-at-law before any court, judge, justice, board, commission, or other public authority in New York. Additionally, Hoyt is forbidden from providing legal opinions, advice, or representing himself as an attorney in the state.
The court further mandated that Hoyt surrender any Attorney Secure Pass issued to him to the Office of Court Administration within 30 days of the decision.
The Disposition states:
“It is ORDERED that James Grier Hoyt’s application for permission to resign is granted and his nondisciplinary resignation is accepted.”
According to the filing, Mr. Hoyt acquired his law license in New York in 2008.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
