New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 3
James Delbert Payne
American University, Washington College alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 2003, registered office in Crozet, VA. This established record's status, address, and registration history come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 2003
- Admitted
- 23
- Years in bar
- 4149480
- NY reg #
The record in one line
James Delbert Payne has held an active New York bar license for 23 years - admitted in 2003, longer-tenured than 51% of the state's currently-active attorneys.
- 23 yrs
- in active practice since admission
- Active
- current bar status: "Currently registered"
- Top 49%
- by tenure among active NY attorneys
- Law school
- American University, Washington College
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
James Delbert Payne carries New York bar registration 4149480, 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 Wcl, located in Crozet, VA, ZIP 22932. Educational background: AMERICAN UNIVERSITY, WASHINGTON COLLEGE.
State context & due diligence
With an established practice on record, James Delbert Payne 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 Delbert Payne was admitted in 2003, giving 23 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.
23 years on the New York bar
Years since admission, all currently-active NY attorneys
23 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
The 2003 admission class today
Of the 8,250 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 2003, 81% are still "Currently registered" today, above the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Currently registered
- Registration Number
- 4149480
- Year Admitted
- 2003 (23 yrs · senior)
- Judicial Department
- 3
- Next Registration
- May 2027
Location & Contact
- Company
- Wcl
- City
- Crozet, VA
- ZIP Code
- 22932
- Phone
- (334) 202-9452
Education
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY, WASHINGTON COLLEGE
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
James Delbert Payne'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 Payne licensed?
James Payne is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was James Delbert Payne admitted to the bar?
James Delbert Payne was admitted to the bar in 2003.
Where did James Delbert Payne go to law school?
James Delbert Payne attended AMERICAN UNIVERSITY, WASHINGTON COLLEGE.
What company does James Delbert Payne work for?
James Delbert Payne is associated with Wcl in Crozet, VA.
Is James Delbert Payne in good standing?
Yes, James Delbert Payne holds active bar status ("Currently registered").
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