On Thursday, August 28, 2025, the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, First Judicial Department granted the reinstatement of Attorney Edward John Burke, Jr. This decision follows a previous suspension from legal practice in 2017 due to non-compliance with Judiciary Law §468-a.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Edward John Burke, Jr.,” with case no. 2025-04236.
The court’s recent ruling was made after Burke demonstrated compliance with the law on multiple occasions, specifically on September 12, 2019, November 16, 2021, June 10, 2023, and June 6, 2025. Following a thorough review of the documents related to Burke’s motion for reinstatement, the court deliberated and ultimately approved his request.
The reinstatement marks a significant milestone for Burke, allowing him to resume his practice as an attorney and counselor-at-law in New York State. The decision reflects the court’s acknowledgment of his efforts to rectify the issues that led to his suspension.
Burke’s reinstatement is effective immediately from the date of the court’s order.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
