New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 2
William James Alford Iii
Suny Buffalo Law School alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1988, registered office in New York, NY. Decades of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 1988
- Admitted
- 38
- Years in bar
- 2162972
- NY reg #
The record in one line
William James Alford Iii carries a "Delinquent" status on the New York bar register, on record since 1988 - confirm the exact standing and any discipline history directly with the state bar before engaging.
- 38 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Suspended
- current bar status: "Delinquent"
- Law school
- Suny Buffalo Law School
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
William James Alford Iii is registered as bar number 2162972 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 2, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under William J. Alford Iii, located in New York, NY (New York County), ZIP 10007. Educational background: SUNY Buffalo Law School (3,453 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.
How William compares to fellow Suny Buffalo Law School alumni
Among the 2,517 Suny Buffalo Law School graduates in the New York register, William James Alford Iii is longer-tenured than 99% - a school-cohort view of experience, alongside the statewide one above.
38 years vs. Suny Buffalo Law School alumni
Years since admission - 2,517 NY-registered alumni of this school
38 Top 1% higher than 99% of 2,517 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
Suny Buffalo Law School's active-bar rate
Of Suny Buffalo Law School's 3,453 alumni in the New York register, 83.7% currently hold "Currently registered" status, above the statewide average.
Suny Buffalo Law School alumni, active-bar rate
The 1988 admission class today
Of the 6,238 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1988, 57.4% are still "Currently registered" today, below the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Delinquent
- Registration Number
- 2162972
- Year Admitted
- 1988 (38 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 2
- Next Registration
- Oct 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- William J. Alford Iii
- City
- New York, NY
- County
- New York
- ZIP Code
- 10007
- Phone
- (347) 423-6397
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
William James Alford Iii'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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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is William Alford licensed?
William Alford is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was William James Alford Iii admitted to the bar?
William James Alford Iii's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1988.
Where did William James Alford Iii go to law school?
William James Alford Iii attended SUNY Buffalo Law School.
What company does William James Alford Iii work for?
William James Alford Iii is associated with William J. Alford Iii in New York, NY.
Is William James Alford Iii in good standing?
No, William James Alford Iii carries a "Delinquent" status, not active standing. Confirm the exact scope directly with the state bar before engaging.
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