New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 2
William Gary Hanft
University Of Miami alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1981, registered office in Livingston, NJ. A half-lifetime's worth of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 1981
- Admitted
- 45
- Years in bar
- 1735471
- NY reg #
The record in one line
William Gary Hanft carries a "Delinquent" status on the New York bar register, on record since 1981 - confirm the exact standing and any discipline history directly with the state bar before engaging.
- 45 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Suspended
- current bar status: "Delinquent"
- Law school
- University Of Miami
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
William Gary Hanft is registered as bar number 1735471 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 Hanft, located in Livingston, NJ, ZIP 07039. Educational background: UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI (901 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 University Of Miami alumni
Among the 519 University Of Miami graduates in the New York register, William Gary Hanft is longer-tenured than 99% - a school-cohort view of experience, alongside the statewide one above.
45 years vs. University Of Miami alumni
Years since admission - 519 NY-registered alumni of this school
45 Top 1% higher than 99% of 519 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
University Of Miami's active-bar rate
Of University Of Miami's 901 alumni in the New York register, 63.9% currently hold "Currently registered" status, below the statewide average.
University Of Miami alumni, active-bar rate
The 1981 admission class today
Of the 4,916 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1981, 55.6% are still "Currently registered" today, below the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Delinquent
- Registration Number
- 1735471
- Year Admitted
- 1981 (45 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 2
- Next Registration
- Mar 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- William Hanft
- City
- Livingston, NJ
- ZIP Code
- 07039
- Phone
- (973) 535-8166
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
William Gary Hanft'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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William Gary Hanft 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 William Hanft licensed?
William Hanft is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was William Gary Hanft admitted to the bar?
William Gary Hanft's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1981.
Where did William Gary Hanft go to law school?
William Gary Hanft attended UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI.
What company does William Gary Hanft work for?
William Gary Hanft is associated with William Hanft in Livingston, NJ.
Is William Gary Hanft in good standing?
No, William Gary Hanft 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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