New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 3
Ian Edward Smith
Northern Illinois University College Of Law alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 2002, registered office in New York, NY. This established record's status, address, and registration history come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 2002
- Admitted
- 24
- Years in bar
- 4027447
- NY reg #
The record in one line
Ian Edward Smith has held an active New York bar license for 24 years - admitted in 2002, longer-tenured than 51% of the state's currently-active attorneys.
- 24 yrs
- in active practice since admission
- Active
- current bar status: "Currently registered"
- Top 49%
- by tenure among active NY attorneys
- Law school
- Northern Illinois University College Of Law
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
Ian Edward Smith carries New York bar registration 4027447, an established, active practitioner in good standing. Registration is recorded within Judicial Department 3, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under Spire Law Firm, located in New York, NY (New York County), ZIP 10016. 1 other attorney shares this firm affiliation in the registry. Educational background: Northern Illinois University College of Law (24 registered alumni).
State context & due diligence
With an established practice on record, Ian Edward Smith remains inside the New York bar's active cohort - see below for how that share of the register compares.
Experience vs. the active New York bar
Ian Edward Smith was admitted in 2002, giving 24 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.
24 years on the New York bar
Years since admission, all currently-active NY attorneys
24 Top 49% higher than 51% of 284,296 active NY attorneys
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Source NY Office of Court Administration, Attorney Registration · May 2026
Northern Illinois University College Of Law's active-bar rate
Of Northern Illinois University College Of Law's 24 alumni in the New York register, 76% currently hold "Currently registered" status, above the statewide average.
Northern Illinois University College Of Law alumni, active-bar rate
The 2002 admission class today
Of the 7,981 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 2002, 65.2% are still "Currently registered" today, below the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Currently registered
- Registration Number
- 4027447
- Year Admitted
- 2002 (24 yrs · senior)
- Judicial Department
- 3
- Next Registration
- Oct 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- Spire Law Firm
- City
- New York, NY
- County
- New York
- ZIP Code
- 10016
- Phone
- (212) 335-0018
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
Ian Edward Smith's current status, "Currently registered", places this attorney in 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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Ian Edward Smith's "Currently registered" listing confirms bar standing only, it is a registration fact to verify, not a verdict on quality or competence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ian Smith licensed?
Ian Smith is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was Ian Edward Smith admitted to the bar?
Ian Edward Smith was admitted to the bar in 2002.
Where did Ian Edward Smith go to law school?
Ian Edward Smith attended Northern Illinois University College of Law.
What company does Ian Edward Smith work for?
Ian Edward Smith is associated with Spire Law Firm in New York, NY.
Is Ian Edward Smith in good standing?
Yes, Ian Edward Smith holds active bar status ("Currently registered").
Sourced from the NY Office of Court Administration, informational only, not legal advice. Full disclosure.
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