The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York has accepted the resignation of attorney Guy F. Guinn. This decision, made on July 30, 2026, allows Guinn to leave the New York bar without facing any disciplinary action. The ruling affects Guinn, who was admitted to practice law in New York in 2011, and it underscores the process for attorneys wishing to resign for nondisciplinary reasons.
Guy F. Guinn, who currently resides in Solon, Ohio, submitted his resignation application to the court, which the Attorney Grievance Committee for the Third Judicial Department did not oppose. Guinn's resignation is effective immediately, and he is now prohibited from practicing law in New York.
The court's decision is significant as it highlights the legal framework that allows attorneys to resign without facing disciplinary measures. This process is governed by specific rules that ensure that attorneys can exit the profession under certain conditions.
Background
Guy F. Guinn was admitted to the New York bar in 2011 and has been practicing law since then. His business address is listed in Solon, Ohio. The Attorney Grievance Committee for the Third Judicial Department, which oversees attorney conduct in the region, reviewed Guinn's application for resignation.
Guinn sought to resign for nondisciplinary reasons, which means he is not facing any charges or sanctions that would typically lead to a disciplinary resignation. The Attorney Grievance Committee confirmed that they did not oppose his application, indicating that there were no issues regarding his conduct that would prevent his resignation.
The case reached the Appellate Division after Guinn submitted an affidavit and other relevant documentation to support his request. The court reviewed these materials before making its decision.
The Ruling
The court ruled in favor of Guinn's application, stating, "we grant his application and accept his resignation." The judges involved in this decision included Clark, J.P., Aarons, Ceresia, McShan, and Powers, JJ. The ruling emphasized that Guinn's resignation was accepted without any disciplinary actions against him.
In its order, the court also mandated that Guinn's name be stricken from the roll of attorneys and counselors-at-law in New York, effective immediately. The court further ordered him to refrain from practicing law in any capacity within the state.
Impact
This ruling sets a precedent for attorneys who may wish to resign from the bar for nondisciplinary reasons. It clarifies the process and reassures attorneys that they can exit the profession without facing negative consequences if they meet the necessary criteria.
Guinn's resignation may also impact his ability to practice law in other jurisdictions, as many states have similar rules regarding attorney resignations. This decision reinforces the importance of adhering to legal protocols when leaving the profession.
What's Next
Details were not available in the court filing regarding whether Guinn plans to appeal this decision or if there are any related cases pending. However, his resignation is effective immediately, and he is required to surrender any Attorney Secure Pass issued to him within 30 days.