Attorney Grievance Commission v. Robaton

# Attorney David M. Robaton Disbarred in Maryland ## What Happened Attorney David M. Robaton faced disciplinary action through Maryland's Attorney Grievance Commission. The case involved employment law matters, though the specific complaints were not detailed in this summary. ## What the Court Decided Rather than proceed to a full hearing, Robaton and the Grievance Commission reached a settlement. Robaton agreed to be disbarred—meaning he lost his law license permanently—through a joint petition submitted in November 2009. This was a consensual disbarment, meaning both sides agreed this was the appropriate outcome. ## Why This Matters for Workers This case demonstrates that attorneys who mishandle employment law cases can face serious consequences, including losing their license to practice law. If you work with an employment lawyer and have concerns about their conduct, you can file a complaint with your state's bar association or attorney grievance commission. These disciplinary processes exist to protect workers and the public from unethical legal representation.