Judge Calls Disbarred Ocean County Attorney A “Con Artist”

Key points

• Disbarred attorney David T. Schlendorf accepted clients after losing his law license, defrauding six people
• He was sentenced to three years probation and ordered to pay $70,755 in restitution
• Schlendorf pleaded guilty to five counts of fraud related to the scheme
• The judge described his actions as deliberate deception and characterized him as a con artist
• Schlendorf is now living in Utah

FAQ

What crime did the disbarred attorney commit?

David T. Schlendorf continued accepting clients and money for legal services after being disbarred, leading clients to believe he was still a licensed attorney. He pleaded guilty to five counts related to fraud and deception of his clients.

How much restitution did Schlendorf pay?

Schlendorf was ordered to pay $70,755 in restitution to six victims who hired him believing he was still licensed to practice law. He has completed this payment as part of his sentencing.

What was the sentence?

Schlendorf received three years of probation as his sentence. The judge also required the full restitution payment to victims of his fraud scheme.