New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 4
James Matthew Kernan
Delaware Law School alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1977, registered office in Oriskany, NY. 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
- 1581818
- NY reg #
The record in one line
James Matthew Kernan carries a "Suspended, due to reregister" 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
- Suspended
- current bar status: "Suspended, due to reregister"
- Law school
- Delaware Law School
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
James Matthew Kernan is registered as bar number 1581818 with the New York bar authority, carrying a current status of "Suspended, due to reregister", suspended or delinquent, verify terms with the bar before engaging. Registration is recorded within Judicial Department 4, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under James M Kernan, located in Oriskany, NY (Oneida County), ZIP 13424. Educational background: DELAWARE LAW SCHOOL (46 registered alumni).
State context & due diligence
A "Suspended, due to reregister" 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.
Delaware Law School's active-bar rate
Of Delaware Law School's 46 alumni in the New York register, 65.2% currently hold "Currently registered" status, below the statewide average.
Delaware Law School 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
- Suspended, due to reregister
- Registration Number
- 1581818
- Year Admitted
- 1977 (49 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 4
- Next Registration
- Jan 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- James M Kernan
- City
- Oriskany, NY
- County
- Oneida
- ZIP Code
- 13424
- Phone
- (212) 697-9084
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
James Matthew Kernan's current status, "Suspended, due to reregister", 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 Matthew Kernan carries a "Suspended, due to reregister" 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 Kernan licensed?
James Kernan is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was James Matthew Kernan admitted to the bar?
James Matthew Kernan's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1977.
Where did James Matthew Kernan go to law school?
James Matthew Kernan attended DELAWARE LAW SCHOOL.
What company does James Matthew Kernan work for?
James Matthew Kernan is associated with James M Kernan in Oriskany, NY.
Is James Matthew Kernan in good standing?
No, James Matthew Kernan carries a "Suspended, due to reregister" 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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