New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 4
James Patrick Cotter
Southern University alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1977. A half-lifetime's worth of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 1977
- Admitted
- 49
- Years in bar
- 1449321
- NY reg #
The record in one line
James Patrick Cotter carries a "Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason" status on the New York bar register, on record since 1977 - confirm the exact standing and any discipline history directly with the state bar before engaging.
- 49 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Disbarred
- current bar status: "Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason"
- Law school
- Southern University
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
James Patrick Cotter is registered as bar number 1449321 with the New York bar authority, carrying a current status of "Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason", license revoked. Registration is recorded within Judicial Department 4, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Even after 49 years on the register, no firm or business address is on file for this attorney. Educational background: SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY (13 registered alumni).
State context & due diligence
A "Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason" 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.
Southern University's active-bar rate
Of Southern University's 13 alumni in the New York register, 53.8% currently hold "Currently registered" status, below the statewide average.
Southern University alumni, active-bar rate
The 1977 admission class today
Of the 3,593 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1977, 51.3% are still "Currently registered" today, below the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason
- Registration Number
- 1449321
- Year Admitted
- 1977 (49 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 4
Location & Contact
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
James Patrick Cotter's current status, "Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason", 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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James Patrick Cotter carries a "Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason" status. Verify the exact scope and dates of this action directly with the state bar before acting on it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is James Cotter licensed?
James Cotter is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was James Patrick Cotter admitted to the bar?
James Patrick Cotter's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1977.
Where did James Patrick Cotter go to law school?
James Patrick Cotter attended SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY.
Is James Patrick Cotter in good standing?
No, James Patrick Cotter carries a "Resigned from bar - disciplinary reason" 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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