Ethics Probe Raises Questions About Attorney's Rights

The latest ethics complaint against controversial New York plaintiffs attorney John A. Aretakis is raising questions about a disciplinary body's ability to litigate a slander allegation, and an attorney's right to disseminate publicly a misconduct complaint. Aretakis, who specializes in clergy abuse cases, contends the 3rd Department's Committee on Professional Standards lacks the jurisdiction or capacity to decide a defamation action brought against him by a priest.

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