New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 3
Elliot James Hammer
University Of Manchester (United Kingdom) alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 2008. Status, address, and registration history come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration registry.
- 2008
- Admitted
- 18
- Years in bar
- 4625430
- NY reg #
The record in one line
Elliot James Hammer has held an active New York bar license for 18 years — admitted in 2008, longer-tenured than 37% of the state's currently-active attorneys.
- 18 yrs
- in active practice since admission
- Active
- current bar status: "Currently registered"
- Top 63%
- by tenure among active NY attorneys
- Law school
- University Of Manchester (United Kingdom)
New York has 429,620 registered attorneys, of which 284,296 are currently active.
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
Elliot James Hammer is registered as bar number 4625430 with the New York bar authority, carrying a current status of "Currently registered", which indicates the attorney is currently authorized to practice law and is in good standing for registration purposes. The attorney was admitted to the bar in 2008, representing roughly 18 years since admission — a useful signal when weighing depth of practical experience against fee expectations. Registration is recorded within Judicial Department 3, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under Branch Austin LLP, located in London. Educational background: University of Manchester (United Kingdom), one of the admissions credentials used by the bar to verify qualification for licensure.
State context & due diligence
For benchmarking context, New York has 429,620 registered attorneys statewide, of which 284,296 (66.2%) are actively registered — this attorney's "Currently registered" status places them within the active cohort. Bar registration status alone does not confirm competence, specialty, or fit for a specific legal matter — it confirms only that the attorney has met the bar's registration requirements as of the last reporting cycle. Before engaging any attorney, verify their current standing directly with the state bar, review any discipline history through official channels, confirm fee structure in writing, and ask about specific experience handling matters similar to yours. Public profiles like this one are a starting point for due diligence, not a substitute for it.
Experience vs. the active New York bar
Elliot James Hammer was admitted in 2008, giving 18 years on the New York register. The histogram places that tenure against every currently-active attorney in the state — taller bars hold more attorneys at that experience level.
18 years on the New York bar
Years since admission — all currently-active NY attorneys
18 Top 63% higher than 37% of 284,296 active NY attorneys
Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more active NY attorneys. 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
Professional Details
- Status
- Currently registered
- Registration Number
- 4625430
- Year Admitted
- 2008 (18 yrs · senior)
- Judicial Department
- 3
- Next Registration
- Nov 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- Branch Austin LLP
- City
- London
- Phone
- 02078510100
Education
University of Manchester (United Kingdom)
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
Bar status reference for the 429,620 attorneys registered in this jurisdiction. Elliot James Hammer's current status is "Currently registered".
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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Before you rely on this record
Elliot James Hammer is currently listed as "Currently registered" — treat that as a registration fact to confirm, not a verdict on quality.
- Bar status confirms registration only — it does not measure competence, specialty fit, or freedom from client complaints. How to choose a lawyer
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Elliot Hammer licensed?
Elliot Hammer is licensed in New York. Their current bar status is "Currently registered".
When was Elliot James Hammer admitted to the bar?
Elliot James Hammer was admitted to the bar in 2008.
Where did Elliot James Hammer go to law school?
Elliot James Hammer attended University of Manchester (United Kingdom).
What company does Elliot James Hammer work for?
Elliot James Hammer is associated with Branch Austin LLP in London.
Is Elliot James Hammer in good standing?
Yes, Elliot James Hammer has a current registration status of "Currently registered", indicating active standing with the bar.
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