New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 2
William Peck Knisley
Cumberland School Of Law alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1978, registered office in New York, NY. A half-lifetime's worth of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 1978
- Admitted
- 48
- Years in bar
- 1405711
- NY reg #
The record in one line
William Peck Knisley carries a "Delinquent" status on the New York bar register, on record since 1978 - confirm the exact standing and any discipline history directly with the state bar before engaging.
- 48 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Suspended
- current bar status: "Delinquent"
- Law school
- Cumberland School Of Law
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
William Peck Knisley is registered as bar number 1405711 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 P Knisley, Esq., located in New York, NY (New York County), ZIP 10013. Educational background: CUMBERLAND SCHOOL OF LAW (22 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.
Cumberland School Of Law's active-bar rate
Of Cumberland School Of Law's 22 alumni in the New York register, 43.5% currently hold "Currently registered" status, below the statewide average.
Cumberland School Of Law alumni, active-bar rate
The 1978 admission class today
Of the 3,834 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1978, 52.6% are still "Currently registered" today, below the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Delinquent
- Registration Number
- 1405711
- Year Admitted
- 1978 (48 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 2
- Next Registration
- Dec 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- William P Knisley, Esq.
- City
- New York, NY
- County
- New York
- ZIP Code
- 10013
- Phone
- (212) 966-6704
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
William Peck Knisley'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 Peck Knisley 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 Knisley licensed?
William Knisley is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was William Peck Knisley admitted to the bar?
William Peck Knisley's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1978.
Where did William Peck Knisley go to law school?
William Peck Knisley attended CUMBERLAND SCHOOL OF LAW.
What company does William Peck Knisley work for?
William Peck Knisley is associated with William P Knisley, Esq. in New York, NY.
Is William Peck Knisley in good standing?
No, William Peck Knisley 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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