New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 4
James Michael Urtis
Valparaiso University Law School alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1999, registered office in Chicago, IL. Decades of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 1999
- Admitted
- 27
- Years in bar
- 2992204
- NY reg #
The record in one line
James Michael Urtis appears in the New York attorney register with a current status of "Due to reregister within 30 days of birthday", on record since 1999 - an administrative designation rather than discipline, but confirm current standing with the state bar.
- 27 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Pending-renewal
- current bar status: "Due to reregister within 30 days of birthday"
- Law school
- Valparaiso University Law School
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
James Michael Urtis is registered as bar number 2992204 with the New York bar authority, carrying a current status of "Due to reregister within 30 days of birthday", a routine periodic-renewal reminder, not discipline. Registration is recorded within Judicial Department 4, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under Law Office Of James M Urtis, located in Chicago, IL, ZIP 60602. Educational background: Valparaiso University Law School (30 registered alumni).
State context & due diligence
A "Due to reregister within 30 days of birthday" status falls outside the New York bar's active cohort for now. The breakdown below shows what share of the register that represents.
Valparaiso University Law School's active-bar rate
Of Valparaiso University Law School's 30 alumni in the New York register, 77.4% currently hold "Currently registered" status, above the statewide average.
Valparaiso University Law School alumni, active-bar rate
The 1999 admission class today
Of the 7,628 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1999, 79.4% are still "Currently registered" today, above the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Due to reregister within 30 days of birthday
- Registration Number
- 2992204
- Year Admitted
- 1999 (27 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 4
- Next Registration
- Aug 2025
Location & Contact
- Company
- Law Office Of James M Urtis
- City
- Chicago, IL
- ZIP Code
- 60602
- Phone
- (312) 346-4500
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
James Michael Urtis's current status, "Due to reregister within 30 days of birthday", 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is James Urtis licensed?
James Urtis is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was James Michael Urtis admitted to the bar?
James Michael Urtis's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1999.
Where did James Michael Urtis go to law school?
James Michael Urtis attended Valparaiso University Law School.
What company does James Michael Urtis work for?
James Michael Urtis is associated with Law Office Of James M Urtis in Chicago, IL.
Is James Michael Urtis in good standing?
Not currently, James Michael Urtis's listed status is "Due to reregister within 30 days of birthday", not active standing. Confirm current status with the state bar.
Sourced from the NY Office of Court Administration, informational only, not legal advice. Full disclosure.
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