New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 1
John W. Nields
University Of Penn alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1969, registered office in Washington, DC. A half-lifetime's worth of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 1969
- Admitted
- 57
- Years in bar
- 1787431
- NY reg #
The record in one line
John W. Nields carries a "Delinquent" status on the New York bar register, on record since 1969 - confirm the exact standing and any discipline history directly with the state bar before engaging.
- 57 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Suspended
- current bar status: "Delinquent"
- Law school
- University Of Penn
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
John W. Nields is registered as bar number 1787431 with the New York bar authority, carrying a current status of "Delinquent", suspended or delinquent, verify terms with the bar before engaging. Registration is recorded within Judicial Department 1, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under Covington & Burling, located in Washington, DC, ZIP 20001. 5 other attorneys share this firm affiliation in the registry. Educational background: UNIVERSITY OF PENN (14 registered alumni).
State context & due diligence
A "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.
University Of Penn's active-bar rate
Of University Of Penn's 14 alumni in the New York register, 50% currently hold "Currently registered" status, below the statewide average.
University Of Penn alumni, active-bar rate
The 1969 admission class today
Of the 1,864 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1969, 36.4% are still "Currently registered" today, below the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Delinquent
- Registration Number
- 1787431
- Year Admitted
- 1969 (57 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 1
- Next Registration
- Sep 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- Covington & Burling
- City
- Washington, DC
- ZIP Code
- 20001
- Phone
- (202) 662-5058
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
John W. Nields's current status, "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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John W. Nields carries a "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 John Nields licensed?
John Nields is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was John W. Nields admitted to the bar?
John W. Nields's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1969.
Where did John W. Nields go to law school?
John W. Nields attended UNIVERSITY OF PENN.
What company does John W. Nields work for?
John W. Nields is associated with Covington & Burling in Washington, DC.
Is John W. Nields in good standing?
No, John W. Nields carries a "Delinquent" status, not active standing. Confirm the exact scope directly with the state bar before engaging.
Sourced from the NY Office of Court Administration, informational only, not legal advice. Full disclosure.
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