New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 4
John Alan Orzel
Duquesne University; Tulane University alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1989, registered office in Buffalo, NY. Decades of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 1989
- Admitted
- 37
- Years in bar
- 2229755
- NY reg #
The record in one line
John Alan Orzel carries a "Delinquent" status on the New York bar register, on record since 1989 - confirm the exact standing and any discipline history directly with the state bar before engaging.
- 37 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Suspended
- current bar status: "Delinquent"
- Law school
- Duquesne University; Tulane University
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
John Alan Orzel is registered as bar number 2229755 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 4, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under John A. Orzel Esq., located in Buffalo, NY (Erie County), ZIP 14224. Educational background: DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY; TULANE UNIVERSITY.
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.
The 1989 admission class today
Of the 6,247 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1989, 70.8% are still "Currently registered" today, above the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Delinquent
- Registration Number
- 2229755
- Year Admitted
- 1989 (37 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 4
- Next Registration
- Feb 2027
Location & Contact
- Company
- John A. Orzel Esq.
- City
- Buffalo, NY
- County
- Erie
- ZIP Code
- 14224
- Phone
- (716) 310-8409
Education
DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY; TULANE UNIVERSITY
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
John Alan Orzel'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 Alan Orzel 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 Orzel licensed?
John Orzel is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was John Alan Orzel admitted to the bar?
John Alan Orzel's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1989.
Where did John Alan Orzel go to law school?
John Alan Orzel attended DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY; TULANE UNIVERSITY.
What company does John Alan Orzel work for?
John Alan Orzel is associated with John A. Orzel Esq. in Buffalo, NY.
Is John Alan Orzel in good standing?
No, John Alan Orzel 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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