New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 2
John Weir Close
University Of Virginia School Of Law alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1990, registered office in Esmont, VA. Decades of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 1990
- Admitted
- 36
- Years in bar
- 2321461
- NY reg #
The record in one line
John Weir Close appears in the New York attorney register with a current status of "Due to reregister within 30 days of birthday", on record since 1990 - an administrative designation rather than discipline, but confirm current standing with the state bar.
- 36 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Pending-renewal
- current bar status: "Due to reregister within 30 days of birthday"
- Law school
- University Of Virginia School Of Law
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
John Weir Close is registered as bar number 2321461 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 2, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under The M&A Journal, located in Esmont, VA, ZIP 22937. Educational background: University of Virginia School of Law (4,405 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.
How John compares to fellow University Of Virginia School Of Law alumni
Among the 2,985 University Of Virginia School Of Law graduates in the New York register, John Weir Close is longer-tenured than 99% - a school-cohort view of experience, alongside the statewide one above.
36 years vs. University Of Virginia School Of Law alumni
Years since admission - 2,985 NY-registered alumni of this school
36 Top 1% higher than 99% of 2,985 fellow alumni
Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more fellow alumni. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.
Source NY Office of Court Administration, Attorney Registration · May 2026
University Of Virginia School Of Law's active-bar rate
Of University Of Virginia School Of Law's 4,405 alumni in the New York register, 83.1% currently hold "Currently registered" status, above the statewide average.
University Of Virginia School Of Law alumni, active-bar rate
The 1990 admission class today
Of the 6,112 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1990, 56.7% are still "Currently registered" today, below the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Due to reregister within 30 days of birthday
- Registration Number
- 2321461
- Year Admitted
- 1990 (36 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 2
- Next Registration
- Apr 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- The M&A Journal
- City
- Esmont, VA
- ZIP Code
- 22937
- Phone
- (914) 500-9493
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
John Weir Close'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 John Close licensed?
John Close is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was John Weir Close admitted to the bar?
John Weir Close's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1990.
Where did John Weir Close go to law school?
John Weir Close attended University of Virginia School of Law.
What company does John Weir Close work for?
John Weir Close is associated with The M&A Journal in Esmont, VA.
Is John Weir Close in good standing?
Not currently, John Weir Close's listed status is "Due to reregister within 30 days of birthday", not active standing. Confirm current status with the state bar.
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