New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 1
William Felix Knight
Rutgers Newark alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1973, registered office in Newton Centre, MA. A half-lifetime's worth of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 1973
- Admitted
- 53
- Years in bar
- 2024859
- NY reg #
The record in one line
William Felix Knight carries a "Delinquent" status on the New York bar register, on record since 1973 - confirm the exact standing and any discipline history directly with the state bar before engaging.
- 53 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Suspended
- current bar status: "Delinquent"
- Law school
- Rutgers Newark
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
William Felix Knight is registered as bar number 2024859 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 1, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under William F Knight Ii Esq, located in Newton Centre, MA, ZIP 02459. Educational background: RUTGERS NEWARK (822 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 Rutgers Newark alumni
Among the 423 Rutgers Newark graduates in the New York register, William Felix Knight is longer-tenured than 99% - a school-cohort view of experience, alongside the statewide one above.
53 years vs. Rutgers Newark alumni
Years since admission - 423 NY-registered alumni of this school
53 Top 1% higher than 99% of 423 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
Rutgers Newark's active-bar rate
Of Rutgers Newark's 822 alumni in the New York register, 54.7% currently hold "Currently registered" status, below the statewide average.
Rutgers Newark alumni, active-bar rate
The 1973 admission class today
Of the 2,460 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1973, 42% are still "Currently registered" today, below the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Delinquent
- Registration Number
- 2024859
- Year Admitted
- 1973 (53 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 1
- Next Registration
- Oct 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- William F Knight Ii Esq
- City
- Newton Centre, MA
- ZIP Code
- 02459
- Phone
- (617) 965-2888
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
William Felix Knight'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 Felix Knight 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 Knight licensed?
William Knight is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was William Felix Knight admitted to the bar?
William Felix Knight's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1973.
Where did William Felix Knight go to law school?
William Felix Knight attended RUTGERS NEWARK.
What company does William Felix Knight work for?
William Felix Knight is associated with William F Knight Ii Esq in Newton Centre, MA.
Is William Felix Knight in good standing?
No, William Felix Knight 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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