New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 2
Melvyn Kreines
Fordham University alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1964, registered office in Highland Beach, FL. A half-lifetime's worth of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 1964
- Admitted
- 62
- Years in bar
- 1544840
- NY reg #
The record in one line
Melvyn Kreines carries a "Delinquent" status on the New York bar register, on record since 1964 - confirm the exact standing and any discipline history directly with the state bar before engaging.
- 62 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Suspended
- current bar status: "Delinquent"
- Law school
- Fordham University
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
Melvyn Kreines is registered as bar number 1544840 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 2, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under Melvyn Kreines & Associates, P.C., located in Highland Beach, FL, ZIP 33487. Educational background: FORDHAM 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.
How Melvyn compares to fellow Fordham University alumni
Among the 2,345 Fordham University graduates in the New York register, Melvyn Kreines is longer-tenured than 99% - a school-cohort view of experience, alongside the statewide one above.
62 years vs. Fordham University alumni
Years since admission - 2,345 NY-registered alumni of this school
62 Top 1% higher than 99% of 2,345 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
The 1964 admission class today
Of the 1,418 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1964, 22.3% are still "Currently registered" today, below the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Delinquent
- Registration Number
- 1544840
- Year Admitted
- 1964 (62 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 2
- Next Registration
- Nov 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- Melvyn Kreines & Associates, P.C.
- City
- Highland Beach, FL
- ZIP Code
- 33487
- Phone
- (516) 456-0023
Education
FORDHAM UNIVERSITY
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
Melvyn Kreines'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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Melvyn Kreines 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 Melvyn Kreines licensed?
Melvyn Kreines is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was Melvyn Kreines admitted to the bar?
Melvyn Kreines's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1964.
Where did Melvyn Kreines go to law school?
Melvyn Kreines attended FORDHAM UNIVERSITY.
What company does Melvyn Kreines work for?
Melvyn Kreines is associated with Melvyn Kreines & Associates, P.C. in Highland Beach, FL.
Is Melvyn Kreines in good standing?
No, Melvyn Kreines carries a "Delinquent" status, not active standing. Confirm the exact scope directly with the state bar before engaging.
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