New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 4

Michael Edward Curley

U Of Buffalo Law School alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1974, registered office in Washington, DC. A half-lifetime's worth of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.

1974
Admitted
52
Years in bar
1611060
NY reg #

The record in one line

Michael Edward Curley carries a "Delinquent" status on the New York bar register, on record since 1974 - confirm the exact standing and any discipline history directly with the state bar before engaging.

52 yrs
since first admission to the bar
Suspended
current bar status: "Delinquent"
Law school
U Of Buffalo Law School

Data updated May 2026

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Bar status
Delinquent
suspended
Current registration status per NY Office of Court Administration
Year admitted
1974
52 years
Year of first admission to the New York bar
Law school
U Of Buffalo Law School
33.3% active rate
Law school attended, with active-bar rate where available
Registration
1611060
NY registration #
Official NY OCA attorney registration number

What this profile tells you

Bar status & tenure

Michael Edward Curley is registered as bar number 1611060 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 Environmental Law Institute, located in Washington, DC, ZIP 20036. 4 other attorneys share this firm affiliation in the registry. Educational background: U OF BUFFALO LAW SCHOOL (3 registered alumni).

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.

U Of Buffalo Law School's active-bar rate

Of U Of Buffalo Law School's 3 alumni in the New York register, 33.3% currently hold "Currently registered" status, below the statewide average.

U Of Buffalo Law School alumni, active-bar rate

0%100%New York avg66%33.3%
U Of Buffalo Law School alumni, active-bar rate

The 1974 admission class today

Of the 2,908 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1974, 47.8% are still "Currently registered" today, below the statewide average across all admission years.

40%50%60%70% Statewide, all years1974 class 66.2% 47.8% ▼ -27.8%
Bar retention: statewide average vs. the 1974 admission class

Professional Details

Status
Delinquent
Registration Number
1611060
Year Admitted
1974 (52 yrs · veteran)
Judicial Department
4
Next Registration
Apr 2026

Location & Contact

Company
Environmental Law Institute
ZIP Code
20036
Phone
(443) 691-1874

Status Distribution Across the New York Bar

Michael Edward Curley'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
Cohort Attorneys Share Profile relevance
Active in good standing 284,296
66.2%
This attorney is outside this cohort
Other / inactive / discipline 145,324
33.8%
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Total registered 429,620 100.0% Full New York bar register

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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Before you rely on this record

Michael Edward Curley 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 Michael Curley licensed?

Michael Curley is licensed to practice law in New York.

When was Michael Edward Curley admitted to the bar?

Michael Edward Curley's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1974.

Where did Michael Edward Curley go to law school?

Michael Edward Curley attended U OF BUFFALO LAW SCHOOL.

What company does Michael Edward Curley work for?

Michael Edward Curley is associated with Environmental Law Institute in Washington, DC.

Is Michael Edward Curley in good standing?

No, Michael Edward Curley 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.