New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 3
James Michael Fischer
Seton Hall University alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 2002, registered office in Short Hills, NJ. This established record's status, address, and registration history come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 2002
- Admitted
- 24
- Years in bar
- 4077038
- NY reg #
The record in one line
James Michael Fischer 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
- Seton Hall University
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
James Michael Fischer carries New York bar registration 4077038, 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 Dla Piper LLP (Us), located in Short Hills, NJ, ZIP 07078. 5 other attorneys share this firm affiliation in the registry. Educational background: SETON HALL UNIVERSITY (1,039 registered alumni).
State context & due diligence
With an established practice on record, James Michael Fischer 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
James Michael Fischer 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
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
How James compares to fellow Seton Hall University alumni
Among the 772 Seton Hall University graduates in the New York register, James Michael Fischer is longer-tenured than 16% - a school-cohort view of experience, alongside the statewide one above.
24 years vs. Seton Hall University alumni
Years since admission - 772 NY-registered alumni of this school
24 Top 84% higher than 16% of 772 fellow alumni
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Source NY Office of Court Administration, Attorney Registration · May 2026
Seton Hall University's active-bar rate
Of Seton Hall University's 1,039 alumni in the New York register, 62.8% currently hold "Currently registered" status, below the statewide average.
Seton Hall University 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
- 4077038
- Year Admitted
- 2002 (24 yrs · senior)
- Judicial Department
- 3
- Next Registration
- Nov 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- Dla Piper LLP (Us)
- City
- Short Hills, NJ
- ZIP Code
- 07078
- Phone
- (973) 520-2545
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
James Michael Fischer'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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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is James Fischer licensed?
James Fischer is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was James Michael Fischer admitted to the bar?
James Michael Fischer was admitted to the bar in 2002.
Where did James Michael Fischer go to law school?
James Michael Fischer attended SETON HALL UNIVERSITY.
What company does James Michael Fischer work for?
James Michael Fischer is associated with Dla Piper LLP (Us) in Short Hills, NJ.
Is James Michael Fischer in good standing?
Yes, James Michael Fischer holds active bar status ("Currently registered").
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