New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 2
Edward J. Richardson
Suffolk alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1980, registered office in Dedham, MA. A half-lifetime's worth of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 1980
- Admitted
- 46
- Years in bar
- 1686310
- NY reg #
The record in one line
Edward J. Richardson carries a "Delinquent" status on the New York bar register, on record since 1980 - confirm the exact standing and any discipline history directly with the state bar before engaging.
- 46 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Suspended
- current bar status: "Delinquent"
- Law school
- Suffolk
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
Edward J. Richardson is registered as bar number 1686310 with the New York bar authority, carrying a current status of "Delinquent", suspended or delinquent, verify terms with the bar before engaging. Registration is recorded within Judicial Department 2, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under C/O Harding & Russell, located in Dedham, MA, ZIP 02026. Educational background: SUFFOLK (61 registered alumni).
State context & due diligence
A "Delinquent" status falls outside the New York bar's active cohort. The breakdown below shows what share of the register that represents, and how to verify current standing directly with the state bar.
How Edward compares to fellow Suffolk alumni
Among the 60 Suffolk graduates in the New York register, Edward J. Richardson is longer-tenured than 75% - a school-cohort view of experience, alongside the statewide one above.
46 years vs. Suffolk alumni
Years since admission - 60 NY-registered alumni of this school
46 Top 25% higher than 75% of 60 fellow alumni
Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more fellow alumni. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.
Source NY Office of Court Administration, Attorney Registration · May 2026
Suffolk's active-bar rate
Of Suffolk's 61 alumni in the New York register, 44.3% currently hold "Currently registered" status, below the statewide average.
Suffolk alumni, active-bar rate
The 1980 admission class today
Of the 4,659 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1980, 53.7% are still "Currently registered" today, below the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Delinquent
- Registration Number
- 1686310
- Year Admitted
- 1980 (46 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 2
- Next Registration
- Mar 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- C/O Harding & Russell
- City
- Dedham, MA
- ZIP Code
- 02026
- Phone
- (781) 326-8331
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
Edward J. Richardson's current status, "Delinquent", places this record outside the 66.2% of the 429,620-attorney New York register currently marked active.
Full statewide breakdown & source note
Source: NY Office of Court Administration, Attorney Registrations. Status counts reflect the latest reporting cycle. Bar status confirms registration only; it does not imply competence, specialty fit, or freedom from complaints.
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Edward J. Richardson carries a "Delinquent" status. Verify the exact scope and dates of this action directly with the state bar before acting on it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Edward Richardson licensed?
Edward Richardson is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was Edward J. Richardson admitted to the bar?
Edward J. Richardson's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1980.
Where did Edward J. Richardson go to law school?
Edward J. Richardson attended SUFFOLK.
What company does Edward J. Richardson work for?
Edward J. Richardson is associated with C/O Harding & Russell in Dedham, MA.
Is Edward J. Richardson in good standing?
No, Edward J. Richardson carries a "Delinquent" status, not active standing. Confirm the exact scope directly with the state bar before engaging.
Sourced from the NY Office of Court Administration, informational only, not legal advice. Full disclosure.
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