On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, Third Judicial Department reinstated Neal Devan Desai as an attorney and counselor-at-law, effective immediately. Desai, whose attorney registration number is 5075411, had been suspended from practicing law since May 2019 due to a violation of Judiciary Law § 468-a.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Neal Devan Desai,” with case no. PM-137-25.
The decision was made after a review of Desai’s motion, supported by an affidavit and exhibits. The Attorney Grievance Committee for the Third Judicial Department provided responsive correspondence on May 9, 2025.
The court determined by clear and convincing evidence that Desai met the necessary criteria for reinstatement. These criteria included compliance with the rules of the Appellate Division, Third Department, and the court’s prior suspension order. Additionally, the court found that Desai possesses the requisite character and fitness to practice law and that his reinstatement serves the public interest.
This decision allows Desai to resume his legal career in New York, marking the conclusion of a suspension that began six years prior.
The Disposition states:
“It is ORDERED that respondent’s motion for reinstatement is granted; and it is further ORDERED that respondent is reinstated as an attorney and counselor-at-law, effective immediately.”
According to Avvo.com, Mr. Desai attended Harvard Law School. He acquired his law license in New York in 2012.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
