Kenneth Chesebro Suspended from Practicing Law in New York Following Guilty Plea in Georgia Election Case
Alleged Conspiracy to Overturn Election Results
Kenneth Chesebro, an attorney representing former President Donald Trump, has been suspended from practicing law in New York and faces possible disbarment. This decision comes just days after Chesebro entered a guilty plea in a case alleging efforts to overturn Georgia’s 2020 election results.
In 2023, Chesebro was charged alongside Trump and 17 others under Georgia’s anti-racketeering law. Prosecutors allege that the defendants “knowingly and willfully” conspired to alter the election outcome, an accusation that could carry serious legal consequences.
New York’s Interim Suspension Order
This week, a New York judicial panel issued an interim suspension of Chesebro’s law license, categorizing his actions as a “serious crime.” The order reads, “Having concluded that respondent has been convicted of a serious crime, we accordingly suspend respondent from the practice of law in New York on an interim basis.” This suspension remains in effect pending the final outcome of Chesebro’s Georgia proceedings.
Chesebro’s Plea Deal and Sentencing
In October 2023, Chesebro pleaded guilty to one felony count: conspiracy to commit filing false documents. His sentence includes five years of probation, 100 hours of community service, and a $5,000 restitution payment. Additionally, Chesebro is required to write a formal apology to Georgia’s residents and testify truthfully in future related cases, reflecting the broader impact of his actions.
Other Guilty Pleas in the Case
Sidney Powell, another attorney involved in the case, also recently pleaded guilty, facing six counts of conspiracy. Her plea deal includes six years of probation, a $6,000 fine, and a formal apology letter to the state and people of Georgia, highlighting the broader implications of the case.
Giuliani’s Financial Troubles Amid Legal Battles
Adding to recent legal developments, former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani, also a defendant in the Georgia case, has been ordered to surrender several personal assets, including his Manhattan apartment and a Mercedes. This court order arises from a separate defamation case, where two Georgia election workers won a $148 million judgment against him. Giuliani, previously disbarred in July 2024, continues to face mounting legal and financial challenges linked to his alleged role in election-related matters.