disbar (Meaning)
disbar (v)
remove from the bar; expel from the practice of law by official action
disbar (v. t.)
To expel from the bar, or the legal profession; to deprive (an attorney, barrister, or counselor) of his status and privileges as such.
Synonyms & Antonyms of disbar
disbar Sentence Examples
- The lawyer was disbarred for unethical conduct.
- The disbarment hearing was held in front of a panel of judges.
- The lawyer was accused of misappropriating client funds, which led to his disbarment.
- The disbarment order prevented the lawyer from practicing law in any state.
- The disbarred lawyer filed an appeal with the state supreme court.
- The disbarment process can be lengthy and costly.
- A disbarred lawyer may apply for reinstatement after a period of time.
- The state bar association has the authority to disbar lawyers.
- Disbarment is the most severe punishment that can be imposed on a lawyer.
- The disbarment of a lawyer can have a significant impact on their career and reputation.
FAQs About the word disbar
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The lawyer was disbarred for unethical conduct.
The disbarment hearing was held in front of a panel of judges.
The lawyer was accused of misappropriating client funds, which led to his disbarment.
The disbarment order prevented the lawyer from practicing law in any state.
