New York attorney record · Judicial Dept 3
William James Purcell
Temple Univ alumna, admitted to the New York bar in 1996, registered office in Iselin, NJ. Decades of status, address, and registration history on this record come straight from the NY Office of Court Administration.
- 1996
- Admitted
- 30
- Years in bar
- 2724870
- NY reg #
The record in one line
William James Purcell carries a "Suspended, delinquent" status on the New York bar register, on record since 1996 - confirm the exact standing and any discipline history directly with the state bar before engaging.
- 30 yrs
- since first admission to the bar
- Suspended
- current bar status: "Suspended, delinquent"
- Law school
- Temple Univ
Data updated May 2026
What this profile tells you
Bar status & tenure
William James Purcell is registered as bar number 2724870 with the New York bar authority, carrying a current status of "Suspended, delinquent", suspended or delinquent, verify terms with the bar before engaging. Registration is recorded within Judicial Department 3, the appellate division overseeing this attorney's home district.
Practice context & education
Practice address is listed under Kent & Mcbride, P.C., located in Iselin, NJ, ZIP 08830. Educational background: TEMPLE UNIV (67 registered alumni).
State context & due diligence
A "Suspended, 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 Temple Univ alumni
Among the 60 Temple Univ graduates in the New York register, William James Purcell is longer-tenured than 12% - a school-cohort view of experience, alongside the statewide one above.
30 years vs. Temple Univ alumni
Years since admission - 60 NY-registered alumni of this school
30 Top 88% higher than 12% of 60 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
Temple Univ's active-bar rate
Of Temple Univ's 67 alumni in the New York register, 48.3% currently hold "Currently registered" status, below the statewide average.
Temple Univ alumni, active-bar rate
The 1996 admission class today
Of the 6,887 attorneys admitted to the New York bar in 1996, 62.7% are still "Currently registered" today, below the statewide average across all admission years.
Professional Details
- Status
- Suspended, delinquent
- Registration Number
- 2724870
- Year Admitted
- 1996 (30 yrs · veteran)
- Judicial Department
- 3
- Next Registration
- Feb 2026
Location & Contact
- Company
- Kent & Mcbride, P.C.
- City
- Iselin, NJ
- ZIP Code
- 08830
- Phone
- (732) 326-1711
Education
Status Distribution Across the New York Bar
William James Purcell's current status, "Suspended, 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 James Purcell carries a "Suspended, 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 Purcell licensed?
William Purcell is licensed to practice law in New York.
When was William James Purcell admitted to the bar?
William James Purcell's admission to the New York bar dates back to 1996.
Where did William James Purcell go to law school?
William James Purcell attended TEMPLE UNIV.
What company does William James Purcell work for?
William James Purcell is associated with Kent & Mcbride, P.C. in Iselin, NJ.
Is William James Purcell in good standing?
No, William James Purcell carries a "Suspended, 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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