Disbarring

/dɪsˈbɑːrɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The act of removing or being removed from the legal profession due to misconduct.

Etymology

Present participle of disbar, combining dis- + bar with -ing. Used in legal proceedings and professional discipline contexts.

Kelly Says

Disbarring is happening right now, in real time — the participle captures the process when bar associations are actively revoking someone's right to practice law.

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