New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 1
Michael Patrick Palkhiwala
Villanova University School Of Law alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 2003, registered office in Bronx, NY. This established record's status, address, and registration history come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 2003
- Admitted
- 23
- Years in bar
- 4136750
- NY reg #
The record in one line
Michael Patrick Palkhiwala has held an active New York bar license for 23 years - admitted in 2003, longer-tenured than 51% of the state's currently-active attorneys.
- 23 yrs
- in active practice since admission
- Active
- current bar status: "Currently registered"
- Top 49%
- by tenure among active NY attorneys
- Law school
- Villanova University School Of Law
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
Michael Patrick Palkhiwala carries New York bar registration 4136750, an established, active practitioner in good standing. Registration is recorded within Judicial Department 1, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under Velella & Basso, located in Bronx, NY (Bronx County), ZIP 10461. 2 other attorneys share this firm affiliation in the registry. Educational background: Villanova University School of Law (786 registered alumni).
State context & due diligence
With an established practice on record, Michael Patrick Palkhiwala 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
Michael Patrick Palkhiwala was admitted in 2003, giving 23 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.
23 years on the New York bar
Years since admission, all currently-active NY attorneys
23 Top 49% higher than 51% 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 Michael compares to fellow Villanova University School Of Law alumni
Among the 660 Villanova University School Of Law graduates in the New York register, Michael Patrick Palkhiwala is longer-tenured than 86% - a school-cohort view of experience, alongside the statewide one above.
23 years vs. Villanova University School Of Law alumni
Years since admission - 660 NY-registered alumni of this school
23 Top 14% higher than 86% of 660 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
Villanova University School Of Law's active-bar rate
Of Villanova University School Of Law's 786 alumni in the New York register, 83.5% currently hold "Currently registered" status, above the statewide average.
Villanova University School Of Law alumni, active-bar rate
The 2003 admission class today
Of the 8,250 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 2003, 81% are still "Currently registered" today, above the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Currently registered
- Registration Number
- 4136750
- Year Admitted
- 2003 (23 yrs · senior)
- Judicial Department
- 1
- Next Registration
- Jan 2027
Location & Contact
- Company
- Velella & Basso
- City
- Bronx, NY
- County
- Bronx
- ZIP Code
- 10461
- Phone
- (718) 931-1220
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
Michael Patrick Palkhiwala'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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Michael Patrick Palkhiwala's "Currently registered" listing confirms bar standing only, it is a registration fact to verify, not a verdict on quality or competence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Michael Palkhiwala licensed?
Michael Palkhiwala is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was Michael Patrick Palkhiwala admitted to the bar?
Michael Patrick Palkhiwala was admitted to the bar in 2003.
Where did Michael Patrick Palkhiwala go to law school?
Michael Patrick Palkhiwala attended Villanova University School of Law.
What company does Michael Patrick Palkhiwala work for?
Michael Patrick Palkhiwala is associated with Velella & Basso in Bronx, NY.
Is Michael Patrick Palkhiwala in good standing?
Yes, Michael Patrick Palkhiwala 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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