New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 1
Werner Van Der Westhuizen
University Of Pretoria (Ll.B) alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 2020, registered office in San Diego, CA. Status, address, and registration history come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration registry.
- 2020
- Admitted
- 6
- Years in bar
- 5788435
- NY reg #
The record in one line
Werner Van Der Westhuizen has held an active New York bar license for 6 years — admitted in 2020, longer-tenured than 12% of the state's currently-active attorneys.
- 6 yrs
- in active practice since admission
- Active
- current bar status: "Currently registered"
- Top 88%
- by tenure among active NY attorneys
- Law school
- University Of Pretoria (Ll.B)
New York has 429,620 registered attorneys, of which 284,296 are currently active.
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
Werner Van Der Westhuizen is registered as bar number 5788435 with the New York bar authority, carrying a current status of "Currently registered", which indicates the attorney is currently authorized to practice law and is in good standing for registration purposes. The attorney was admitted to the bar in 2020, representing roughly 6 years since admission — a useful signal when weighing depth of practical experience against fee expectations. Registration is recorded within Judicial Department 1, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under Latham & Watkins LLP, located in San Diego, CA, ZIP 92130. Public records list 5 other attorneys with the same firm affiliation in this registry — firm size and colleague credentials are relevant when judging the scope and specialty mix of a practice. Educational background: University of Pretoria (LL.B), one of the admissions credentials used by the bar to verify qualification for licensure.
State context & due diligence
For benchmarking context, New York has 429,620 registered attorneys statewide, of which 284,296 (66.2%) are actively registered — this attorney's "Currently registered" status places them within the active cohort. Bar registration status alone does not confirm competence, specialty, or fit for a specific legal matter — it confirms only that the attorney has met the bar's registration requirements as of the last reporting cycle. Before engaging any attorney, verify their current standing directly with the state bar, review any discipline history through official channels, confirm fee structure in writing, and ask about specific experience handling matters similar to yours. Public profiles like this one are a starting point for due diligence, not a substitute for it.
Experience vs. the active New York bar
Werner Van Der Westhuizen was admitted in 2020, giving 6 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.
6 years on the New York bar
Years since admission — all currently-active NY attorneys
6 Top 88% higher than 12% 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
Professional Details
- Status
- Currently registered
- Registration Number
- 5788435
- Year Admitted
- 2020 (6 yrs · mid-career)
- Judicial Department
- 1
- Next Registration
- Dec 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- Latham & Watkins LLP
- City
- San Diego, CA
- ZIP Code
- 92130
- Phone
- (858) 523-5483
Education
University of Pretoria (LL.B)
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
Bar status reference for the 429,620 attorneys registered in this jurisdiction. Werner Van Der Westhuizen's current status is "Currently registered".
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Werner Van Der Westhuizen licensed?
Werner Van Der Westhuizen is licensed in New York. Their current bar status is "Currently registered".
When was Werner Van Der Westhuizen admitted to the bar?
Werner Van Der Westhuizen was admitted to the bar in 2020.
Where did Werner Van Der Westhuizen go to law school?
Werner Van Der Westhuizen attended University of Pretoria (LL.B).
What company does Werner Van Der Westhuizen work for?
Werner Van Der Westhuizen is associated with Latham & Watkins LLP in San Diego, CA.
Is Werner Van Der Westhuizen in good standing?
Yes, Werner Van Der Westhuizen has a current registration status of "Currently registered", indicating active standing with the bar.
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