New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 1
Nancy Lynne Leighton
Valparaiso University 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
- 1348507
- NY reg #
The record in one line
Nancy Lynne Leighton carries a "Suspended, delinquent" 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, delinquent"
- Law school
- Valparaiso University
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
Nancy Lynne Leighton is registered as bar number 1348507 with the New York bar authority, carrying a current status of "Suspended, delinquent", 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: VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY (49 registered alumni).
State context & due diligence
A "Suspended, 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.
Valparaiso University's active-bar rate
Of Valparaiso University's 49 alumni in the New York register, 55.1% currently hold "Currently registered" status, below the statewide average.
Valparaiso University 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, delinquent
- Registration Number
- 1348507
- Year Admitted
- 1978 (48 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 1
- Next Registration
- Dec 2026
Location & Contact
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
Nancy Lynne Leighton's current status, "Suspended, 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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Nancy Lynne Leighton carries a "Suspended, 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 Nancy Leighton licensed?
Nancy Leighton is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was Nancy Lynne Leighton admitted to the bar?
Nancy Lynne Leighton's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1978.
Where did Nancy Lynne Leighton go to law school?
Nancy Lynne Leighton attended VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY.
Is Nancy Lynne Leighton in good standing?
No, Nancy Lynne Leighton carries a "Suspended, 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.
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