Former DOJ Attorney Disbarred in NY Following Felony Conviction in 1MDB Scandal

A former attorney for the U.S. Department of Justice has been disbarred by a New York appellate court following his felony conviction linked to the extensive 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) scandal. This case, which involved billions of dollars, also connected him to Pras Michél, the founder of the Fugees. The court’s decision highlights the serious implications of legal professionals becoming embroiled in financial misconduct of this scale. For further details, more information is available on Law360.