New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 2
Jeffrey Scott Fortgang
Hofstra Univ School Law alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1991, registered office in New York, NY. Decades of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 1991
- Admitted
- 35
- Years in bar
- 2534626
- NY reg #
The record in one line
Jeffrey Scott Fortgang carries a "Suspended, delinquent" status on the New York bar register, on record since 1991 - confirm the exact standing and any discipline history directly with the state bar before engaging.
- 35 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Suspended
- current bar status: "Suspended, delinquent"
- Law school
- Hofstra Univ School Law
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
Jeffrey Scott Fortgang is registered as bar number 2534626 with the New York bar authority, carrying a current status of "Suspended, delinquent", suspended or delinquent, verify terms with the bar before engaging. Registration is recorded within Judicial Department 2, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under Bear Stearns, located in New York, NY (New York County). Educational background: HOFSTRA UNIV SCHOOL LAW (7 registered alumni).
State context & due diligence
A "Suspended, delinquent" 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.
Hofstra Univ School Law's active-bar rate
Of Hofstra Univ School Law's 7 alumni in the New York register, 42.9% currently hold "Currently registered" status, below the statewide average.
Hofstra Univ School Law alumni, active-bar rate
The 1991 admission class today
Of the 6,456 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1991, 73.1% are still "Currently registered" today, above the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Suspended, delinquent
- Registration Number
- 2534626
- Year Admitted
- 1991 (35 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 2
- Next Registration
- Apr 2027
Location & Contact
- Company
- Bear Stearns
- City
- New York, NY
- County
- New York
- Phone
- (212) 872-5027
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
Jeffrey Scott Fortgang's current status, "Suspended, delinquent", 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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Jeffrey Scott Fortgang carries a "Suspended, delinquent" status. Verify the exact scope and dates of this action directly with the state bar before acting on it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Jeffrey Fortgang licensed?
Jeffrey Fortgang is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was Jeffrey Scott Fortgang admitted to the bar?
Jeffrey Scott Fortgang's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1991.
Where did Jeffrey Scott Fortgang go to law school?
Jeffrey Scott Fortgang attended HOFSTRA UNIV SCHOOL LAW.
What company does Jeffrey Scott Fortgang work for?
Jeffrey Scott Fortgang is associated with Bear Stearns in New York, NY.
Is Jeffrey Scott Fortgang in good standing?
No, Jeffrey Scott Fortgang carries a "Suspended, delinquent" status, not active standing. Confirm the exact scope directly with the state bar before engaging.
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