On Wednesday, October 15, 2025, the Supreme Court of New Jersey censured attorney Walter A. Lesnevich. The disciplinary action follows a determination by the Disciplinary Review Board (DRB) that Lesnevich violated multiple Rules of Professional Conduct (RPC).
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Walter A. Lesnevich,” with case no. 090965.
The DRB’s decision was based on a motion for discipline by consent, as per Rule 1:20-10(b). Lesnevich and the Office of Attorney Ethics had previously entered into a stipulation of discipline by consent, acknowledging violations of RPC 1.15(a), which pertains to the negligent misappropriation of client funds; RPC 1.15(d), concerning failure to comply with the recordkeeping requirements outlined in Rule 1:21-6; and RPC 8.1(b), which addresses failure to cooperate with disciplinary authorities.
The Disciplinary Review Board deemed a censure the appropriate discipline for Lesnevich’s unethical conduct.
The Supreme Court order mandates that the complete record of the proceedings be permanently included in Lesnevich’s file as an attorney in the state. Furthermore, Lesnevich is required to reimburse the Disciplinary Oversight Committee for administrative costs and actual expenses incurred during the prosecution of the case, as stipulated in Rule 1:20-17.
According to Avvo.com, Mr. Lesnevich is a personal injury attorney in Hackensack, New Jersey. He attended the Rutgers University School of Law, graduating in 1972. He acquired his law license in New Jersey in the same year.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
