New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 3
Kobi Bessin
University Of Detroit Mercy School Of Law alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 2008. This established record's status, address, and registration history come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 2008
- Admitted
- 18
- Years in bar
- 4579785
- NY reg #
The record in one line
Kobi Bessin has held an active New York bar license for 18 years - admitted in 2008, longer-tenured than 37% of the state's currently-active attorneys.
- 18 yrs
- in active practice since admission
- Active
- current bar status: "Currently registered"
- Top 63%
- by tenure among active NY attorneys
- Law school
- University Of Detroit Mercy School Of Law
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
Kobi Bessin carries New York bar registration 4579785, an established, active practitioner in good standing. Registration is recorded within Judicial Department 3, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under Torkin Manes LLP, located in Toronto Ontario M5c 2w7. 1 other attorney shares this firm affiliation in the registry. Educational background: University of Detroit Mercy School of Law (160 registered alumni).
State context & due diligence
With an established practice on record, Kobi Bessin remains inside the New York bar's active cohort - see below for how that share of the register compares.
Experience vs. the active New York bar
Kobi Bessin was admitted in 2008, giving 18 years on the New York register. The histogram places that tenure against every currently-active attorney in the state, taller bars hold more attorneys at that experience level.
18 years on the New York bar
Years since admission, all currently-active NY attorneys
18 Top 63% higher than 37% of 284,296 active NY attorneys
Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more active NY attorneys. 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
How Kobi compares to fellow University Of Detroit Mercy School Of Law alumni
Among the 141 University Of Detroit Mercy School Of Law graduates in the New York register, Kobi Bessin is longer-tenured than 63% - a school-cohort view of experience, alongside the statewide one above.
18 years vs. University Of Detroit Mercy School Of Law alumni
Years since admission - 141 NY-registered alumni of this school
18 Top 37% higher than 63% of 141 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 Detroit Mercy School Of Law's active-bar rate
Of University Of Detroit Mercy School Of Law's 160 alumni in the New York register, 78.1% currently hold "Currently registered" status, above the statewide average.
University Of Detroit Mercy School Of Law alumni, active-bar rate
The 2008 admission class today
Of the 9,683 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 2008, 68.2% are still "Currently registered" today, above the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Currently registered
- Registration Number
- 4579785
- Year Admitted
- 2008 (18 yrs · senior)
- Judicial Department
- 3
- Next Registration
- Jul 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- Torkin Manes LLP
- City
- Toronto Ontario M5c 2w7
- Phone
- (416) 643-8805
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
Kobi Bessin's current status, "Currently registered", places this attorney in 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 Kobi Bessin licensed?
Kobi Bessin is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was Kobi Bessin admitted to the bar?
Kobi Bessin was admitted to the bar in 2008.
Where did Kobi Bessin go to law school?
Kobi Bessin attended University of Detroit Mercy School of Law.
What company does Kobi Bessin work for?
Kobi Bessin is associated with Torkin Manes LLP in Toronto Ontario M5c 2w7.
Is Kobi Bessin in good standing?
Yes, Kobi Bessin holds active bar status ("Currently registered").
Sourced from the NY Office of Court Administration, informational only, not legal advice. Full disclosure.
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