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BROOKLYN, NY – Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced charges against Owolabi Salis, 60, a disbarred lawyer from Crown Heights, for allegedly continuing to practice law and stealing from nine clients.
Salis was disbarred on November 29, 2022, following a misconduct investigation.
According to investigators, despite being disbarred, Salis continued to operate a law office at 1179 Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights.
He is accused of defrauding clients, primarily Spanish-speaking immigrants, out of varying amounts ranging from $8,000 to $800.
Salis has been charged with multiple counts, including third-degree and fourth-degree grand larceny, and is scheduled to return to court on October 11.
