National Ethics Council's Complaint Form

A complaint may be filed with the National Ethics Council (NEC) by an AIA member, chapter, or anyone directly aggrieved by the conduct of an AIA member. The NEC has the primary authority to determine whether a violation of the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct has occurred and, if so, what penalty (including potential termination of membership) should be imposed. In doing so, it follows the process stated in the Rules of Procedure, which are designed to protect the rights of both the complaining party and the member who is the subject of the complaint. If the NEC finds that a violation has occurred, its decision may be appealed to the AIA’s Board of Directors.


The NEC does not independently investigate or prosecute cases against AIA members. It is the sole responsibility of the Complainant and Respondent to submit evidence, call upon and produce witnesses, and present their respective cases. The NEC’s deliberations and decisions are based solely on what the Complainant and Respondent present and submit as part of the case record.

Consent to Sharing Complaint with the Respondent*

Ethics complaint filings cannot be filed anonymously. The Complainant's identity and all submissions will be forwarded to the Respondent in order for the Respondent to submit a Response.


I have read and understand the policy.

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Do you have an Advisor or Counsel?*

Complainant acknowledges that all acts and representations by this advisor or counsel will be taken as acts or representations of the Complainant.

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All correspondence with regard to this matter will be sent to this person.

The name of the person your Complaint is against.

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Specific Rules from the Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct must be identified in order to be considered.

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If the date exceeds 365 days, Complaint is considered delayed and may not be heard. Litigation or licensing proceedings may not be good cause for delay. Explain any mitigating cause for delay.

List the names of those who are knowledgeable about this matter and could be called as a potential witness.

Name them "Exhibit 1", "Exhibit 2", etc. File upload is below.

Any Other Filings?*

Is there currently pending civil litigation or an administrative (Licensing Board) proceeding concerning the subject matter of this Complaint?

If yes, give details and describe the schedule for resolution.

Confidentiality*

Complainant agrees to avoid public disclosure and discussion of this Complaint, the parties involved, and the issues under consideration. The Complainant may contact persons with knowledge of the matter, who are potential witnesses, or who might otherwise have information relevant to allegations in a complaint.

Release and Waiver*

The undersigned hereby gives consent to The American Institute of Architects, its officers, directors, committee members, staff, members of the National Ethics Council, or other members (AIA) for the disclosure of the Complaint and all other submissions by or on behalf of Complainant to: (1) the Respondent(s) named in the Complaint and any lawyer or advisor designated by Respondent(s); (2) the AIA directors, officers, committee members, and staff whose access to the submissions is necessary for the resolution of the proceeding; and (3) the membership and the public generally in the event a Respondent is found in violation of the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and a nonconfidential sanction is imposed.


THE UNDERSIGNED, INDIVIDUALLY AND ON BEHALF OF ANY FIRM OF WHICH THE UNDERSIGNED IS AN OWNER OR MANAGER, AGREES TO RELEASE AND WAIVE AND AGREES NOT TO SUE THE AIA FOR ANY DAMAGES RESULTING OR ALLEGED TO RESULT FROM THE FILING OF THIS COMPLAINT, INCLUDING AIA’S RECEIPT, REVIEW, AND ANY ACTION THEREON, INCLUDING PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF ITS CONTENTS.

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Name them "Exhibit 1", "Exhibit 2", etc.

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