New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 4
Stephen Bernard Karnath
University Buffalo alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1980, registered office in Buffalo, NY. A half-lifetime's worth of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 1980
- Admitted
- 46
- Years in bar
- 1767565
- NY reg #
The record in one line
Stephen Bernard Karnath carries a "Delinquent" status on the New York bar register, on record since 1980 - confirm the exact standing and any discipline history directly with the state bar before engaging.
- 46 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Suspended
- current bar status: "Delinquent"
- Law school
- University Buffalo
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
Stephen Bernard Karnath is registered as bar number 1767565 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 Broadway Fillmore Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc., located in Buffalo, NY (Erie County), ZIP 14212. Educational background: UNIVERSITY BUFFALO (40 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.
University Buffalo's active-bar rate
Of University Buffalo's 40 alumni in the New York register, 32.5% currently hold "Currently registered" status, below the statewide average.
University Buffalo alumni, active-bar rate
The 1980 admission class today
Of the 4,659 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1980, 53.7% are still "Currently registered" today, below the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Delinquent
- Registration Number
- 1767565
- Year Admitted
- 1980 (46 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 4
- Next Registration
- May 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- Broadway Fillmore Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc.
- City
- Buffalo, NY
- County
- Erie
- ZIP Code
- 14212
- Phone
- (716) 852-3130
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
Stephen Bernard Karnath'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
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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Stephen Bernard Karnath 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 Stephen Karnath licensed?
Stephen Karnath is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was Stephen Bernard Karnath admitted to the bar?
Stephen Bernard Karnath's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1980.
Where did Stephen Bernard Karnath go to law school?
Stephen Bernard Karnath attended UNIVERSITY BUFFALO.
What company does Stephen Bernard Karnath work for?
Stephen Bernard Karnath is associated with Broadway Fillmore Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc. in Buffalo, NY.
Is Stephen Bernard Karnath in good standing?
No, Stephen Bernard Karnath 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.
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