New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 3
James Michael Ruel
Univ.Of Connecticut School Of Law alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 2001, registered office in Hartford, CT. Status, address, and registration history come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration registry.
- 2001
- Admitted
- 25
- Years in bar
- 3976016
- NY reg #
The record in one line
James Michael Ruel appears in the New York attorney register with a current status of "Suspended, due to reregister", on record since 2001. This reflects registration only — confirm current standing with the state bar.
- 25 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Suspended
- current bar status: "Suspended, due to reregister"
- Law school
- Univ.Of Connecticut School Of Law
New York has 429,620 registered attorneys, of which 284,296 are currently active.
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
James Michael Ruel is registered as bar number 3976016 with the New York bar authority, carrying a current status of "Suspended, due to reregister", a classification that limits or suspends the attorney's authorization to practice — verify the exact implications with the bar before engaging this attorney. The attorney was admitted to the bar in 2001, representing roughly 25 years since admission — a useful signal when weighing depth of practical experience against fee expectations. Registration is recorded within Judicial Department 3, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under Ruel Ruel Burns Feldman & Britt, LLC, located in Hartford, CT, ZIP 06103. Educational background: UNIV.OF CONNECTICUT SCHOOL OF LAW, one of the admissions credentials used by the bar to verify qualification for licensure.
State context & due diligence
For benchmarking context, New York has 429,620 registered attorneys statewide, of which 284,296 (66.2%) are actively registered — this attorney's "Suspended, due to reregister" status places them outside the active cohort. Bar registration status alone does not confirm competence, specialty, or fit for a specific legal matter — it confirms only that the attorney has met the bar's registration requirements as of the last reporting cycle. Before engaging any attorney, verify their current standing directly with the state bar, review any discipline history through official channels, confirm fee structure in writing, and ask about specific experience handling matters similar to yours. Public profiles like this one are a starting point for due diligence, not a substitute for it.
Professional Details
- Status
- Suspended, due to reregister
- Registration Number
- 3976016
- Year Admitted
- 2001 (25 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 3
- Next Registration
- Dec 2025
Location & Contact
- Company
- Ruel Ruel Burns Feldman & Britt, LLC
- City
- Hartford, CT
- ZIP Code
- 06103
- Phone
- (860) 837-4862
Education
UNIV.OF CONNECTICUT SCHOOL OF LAW
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
Bar status reference for the 429,620 attorneys registered in this jurisdiction. James Michael Ruel's current status is "Suspended, due to reregister".
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 Ruel licensed?
James Ruel is licensed in New York. Their current bar status is "Suspended, due to reregister".
When was James Michael Ruel admitted to the bar?
James Michael Ruel was admitted to the bar in 2001.
Where did James Michael Ruel go to law school?
James Michael Ruel attended UNIV.OF CONNECTICUT SCHOOL OF LAW.
What company does James Michael Ruel work for?
James Michael Ruel is associated with Ruel Ruel Burns Feldman & Britt, LLC in Hartford, CT.
Is James Michael Ruel in good standing?
James Michael Ruel has a bar status of "Suspended, due to reregister". This does not indicate active standing. Contact the relevant state bar for details.
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