New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 3
Richard Lynn Burleson
The University Of Houston alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 2004, registered office in Houston, TX. This established record's status, address, and registration history come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 2004
- Admitted
- 22
- Years in bar
- 4239935
- NY reg #
The record in one line
Richard Lynn Burleson carries a "Suspended, delinquent" status on the New York bar register, on record since 2004 - confirm the exact standing and any discipline history directly with the state bar before engaging.
- 22 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Suspended
- current bar status: "Suspended, delinquent"
- Law school
- The University Of Houston
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
Richard Lynn Burleson is registered as bar number 4239935 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 3, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under Paul Hastings LLP, located in Houston, TX, ZIP 77002. 5 other attorneys share this firm affiliation in the registry. Educational background: THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON.
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.
The 2004 admission class today
Of the 8,407 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 2004, 65.8% are still "Currently registered" today, below the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Suspended, delinquent
- Registration Number
- 4239935
- Year Admitted
- 2004 (22 yrs · senior)
- Judicial Department
- 3
- Next Registration
- Dec 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- Paul Hastings LLP
- City
- Houston, TX
- ZIP Code
- 77002
- Phone
- (713) 860-7311
Education
THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
Richard Lynn Burleson'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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Richard Lynn Burleson 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 Richard Burleson licensed?
Richard Burleson is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was Richard Lynn Burleson admitted to the bar?
Richard Lynn Burleson was admitted to the bar in 2004.
Where did Richard Lynn Burleson go to law school?
Richard Lynn Burleson attended THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON.
What company does Richard Lynn Burleson work for?
Richard Lynn Burleson is associated with Paul Hastings LLP in Houston, TX.
Is Richard Lynn Burleson in good standing?
No, Richard Lynn Burleson 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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