In re Lefkowitz

OPINION OF THE COURT

Respondent Albert S. Lefkowitz was admitted to the practice of law by the Second Judicial Department on April 21, 1971. At all times relevant to this proceeding, he has maintained an office for the practice of law within the First Judicial Department.

In July 2005, the Departmental Disciplinary Committee served respondent with a notice and statement of charges alleging 12 counts of professional misconduct arising out of his immigration law practice. Respondent is alleged to have aided the unauthorized practice of law in violation of code of Professional Responsibility DR…