New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 3
Michael Lawrence Chapman
Walter F. George School Of Law, Mercer Univ. alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 2016, registered office in Tampa, FL. Status, address, and registration history come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration registry.
- 2016
- Admitted
- 10
- Years in bar
- 5394168
- NY reg #
The record in one line
Michael Lawrence Chapman has held an active New York bar license for 10 years — admitted in 2016, longer-tenured than 24% of the state's currently-active attorneys.
- 10 yrs
- in active practice since admission
- Active
- current bar status: "Currently registered"
- Top 76%
- by tenure among active NY attorneys
- Law school
- Walter F. George School Of Law, Mercer Univ.
New York has 429,620 registered attorneys, of which 284,296 are currently active.
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
Michael Lawrence Chapman is registered as bar number 5394168 with the New York bar authority, carrying a current status of "Currently registered", which indicates the attorney is currently authorized to practice law and is in good standing for registration purposes. The attorney was admitted to the bar in 2016, representing roughly 10 years since admission — a useful signal when weighing depth of practical experience against fee expectations. Registration is recorded within Judicial Department 3, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under Holland & Knight LLP, located in Tampa, FL, ZIP 33602. Public records list 5 other attorneys with the same firm affiliation in this registry — firm size and colleague credentials are relevant when judging the scope and specialty mix of a practice. Educational background: WALTER F. GEORGE SCHOOL OF LAW, MERCER UNIV., one of the admissions credentials used by the bar to verify qualification for licensure.
State context & due diligence
For benchmarking context, New York has 429,620 registered attorneys statewide, of which 284,296 (66.2%) are actively registered — this attorney's "Currently registered" status places them within the active cohort. Bar registration status alone does not confirm competence, specialty, or fit for a specific legal matter — it confirms only that the attorney has met the bar's registration requirements as of the last reporting cycle. Before engaging any attorney, verify their current standing directly with the state bar, review any discipline history through official channels, confirm fee structure in writing, and ask about specific experience handling matters similar to yours. Public profiles like this one are a starting point for due diligence, not a substitute for it.
Experience vs. the active New York bar
Michael Lawrence Chapman was admitted in 2016, giving 10 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.
10 years on the New York bar
Years since admission — all currently-active NY attorneys
10 Top 76% higher than 24% of 284,296 active NY attorneys
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Source NY Office of Court Administration — Attorney Registration · May 2026
Professional Details
- Status
- Currently registered
- Registration Number
- 5394168
- Year Admitted
- 2016 (10 yrs · mid-career)
- Judicial Department
- 3
- Next Registration
- Sep 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- Holland & Knight LLP
- City
- Tampa, FL
- ZIP Code
- 33602
- Phone
- (813) 227-8500
Education
WALTER F. GEORGE SCHOOL OF LAW, MERCER UNIV.
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
Bar status reference for the 429,620 attorneys registered in this jurisdiction. Michael Lawrence Chapman's current status is "Currently registered".
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 Michael Chapman licensed?
Michael Chapman is licensed in New York. Their current bar status is "Currently registered".
When was Michael Lawrence Chapman admitted to the bar?
Michael Lawrence Chapman was admitted to the bar in 2016.
Where did Michael Lawrence Chapman go to law school?
Michael Lawrence Chapman attended WALTER F. GEORGE SCHOOL OF LAW, MERCER UNIV..
What company does Michael Lawrence Chapman work for?
Michael Lawrence Chapman is associated with Holland & Knight LLP in Tampa, FL.
Is Michael Lawrence Chapman in good standing?
Yes, Michael Lawrence Chapman has a current registration status of "Currently registered", indicating active standing with the bar.
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