New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 1
Michael P. Bonchonsky
Seton Hall Newark Nj alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1978. A half-lifetime's worth of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 1978
- Admitted
- 48
- Years in bar
- 1796168
- NY reg #
The record in one line
Michael P. Bonchonsky carries a "Suspended, currently registered" status on the New York bar register, on record since 1978 - confirm the exact standing and any discipline history directly with the state bar before engaging.
- 48 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Suspended
- current bar status: "Suspended, currently registered"
- Law school
- Seton Hall Newark Nj
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
Michael P. Bonchonsky is registered as bar number 1796168 with the New York bar authority, carrying a current status of "Suspended, currently registered", 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
Even after 48 years on the register, no firm or business address is on file for this attorney. Educational background: SETON HALL NEWARK NJ (10 registered alumni).
State context & due diligence
A "Suspended, currently registered" 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.
Seton Hall Newark Nj's active-bar rate
Of Seton Hall Newark Nj's 10 alumni in the New York register, 60% currently hold "Currently registered" status, below the statewide average.
Seton Hall Newark Nj alumni, active-bar rate
The 1978 admission class today
Of the 3,834 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1978, 52.6% are still "Currently registered" today, below the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Suspended, currently registered
- Registration Number
- 1796168
- Year Admitted
- 1978 (48 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 1
- Next Registration
- Aug 2026
Location & Contact
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
Michael P. Bonchonsky's current status, "Suspended, currently registered", 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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Michael P. Bonchonsky carries a "Suspended, currently registered" status. Verify the exact scope and dates of this action directly with the state bar before acting on it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Michael Bonchonsky licensed?
Michael Bonchonsky is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was Michael P. Bonchonsky admitted to the bar?
Michael P. Bonchonsky's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1978.
Where did Michael P. Bonchonsky go to law school?
Michael P. Bonchonsky attended SETON HALL NEWARK NJ.
Is Michael P. Bonchonsky in good standing?
No, Michael P. Bonchonsky carries a "Suspended, currently registered" 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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