N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 22 § 1220.1

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 45, November 2, 2024

Section 1220.1 - Referral to mediation

The Grievance Committee or the Office of Chief Counsel ("disciplinary office") may refer attorney-client disputes to mediation pursuant to this Part when it determines, upon receipt of a complaint relating to an attorney's conduct, that mediation may be an appropriate alternative method of resolving the dispute. Disputes involving the following matters shall not be eligible for mediation:

(a) escrow violations;

(b) allegations of criminal conduct;

(c) a pattern of similar misconduct or behavior (existing over a reasonable period of time);

(d) allegations of abuse of alcohol or drugs or of physical or mental impairment.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 22 § 1220.1