In the Matter of Eric J. Gavel, an Attorney-At-Law

Summary

The Supreme Court of New Jersey held that attorney Eric J. Gavel's conduct—including failure to obtain independent counsel for his client, misrepresentation to banks, and misappropriation of client trust funds—warrants his disbarment. The Court based its decision on the fiduciary duties owed by lawyers to clients and the public, finding the misconduct egregious enough to merit the ultimate penalty.