Are you completely adamant about not admitting "Closed" classes? I was wondering because I have played a Paladin faithfully for 5 years and have never hit level cap with any other character. I would love to be able to play a Paladin once again.

Outstanding applications will always be considered. That being said, you have to realize that we have a lot of paladins. I think the record was 11 in a raid of 35? It's settled down recently but the paladin is a popular class for reasons of which I'm sure you're well aware, given your experience.