In addition to a civil legal malpractice lawsuit, in cases of fraud or theft, the attorney can be reported to the State Bar or criminally prosecuted. The state bar may impose disciplinary sanctions, such as fines or disbarment.
The pins show approximate locations. Uptown comprises two different neighborhoods, Inwood and Washington Heights, which are at the northern most tip of Manhattan. Washington Heights extends from 145th street to 200th street and Inwood ranges from 200th street to 220th street.
Chelsea is divided between Manhattan Community Board 4 and Manhattan Community Board 5. It contains the Chelsea Historic District and its extension, which were designated by the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission in 1970 and 1981 respectively.