TICL/Trial Cuba

WHO WE ARE

Welcome to the Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law (TICL) Section of the New York State Bar Association! We are dedicated to supporting and enhancing the practice of legal professionals in torts, insurance and compensation law. Whether you’re a seasoned lawyer or just starting out, we’re here to help you succeed and advance your career.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple: to provide our members with a wealth of resources, professional development opportunities, and a supportive network, so that our members can stay a step ahead of their competition.  We are dedicated to boosting your career and expertise in these specialized fields.

What we Offer

MCLE Programs: Participate in a wide range of Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs, both virtual and in-person, ensuring you stay updated on the latest developments and best practices. NYSBA members get free access to these resources!

Networking Events: Connect with peers, mentors, and influential figures at our regular gatherings and receptions. The TICL Section is committed to helping you build professional relationships and spark collaborations.

Resources: Access our comprehensive journals, newsletters and legal updates, publications, eBooks and forms, which provide insights, analyses, and case studies relevant to torts, insurance, and compensation law.  NYSBA members get free access to these resources!

Committees and Divisions: Engage in specialized discussions and contribute to the advancement of legal knowledge through our 15 committees and two divisions, all with no mandatory time commitments.

More Reasons to Join TICL

Awards: The TICL Section is proud to celebrate our outstanding members! Our various awards and accolades inspire excellence and foster a culture of success.

Community Engagement: Get active in our TICL online community forum.  Engage with the broader legal community, share your expertise and help shape our initiatives and advocacy efforts. Access to expert colleagues is just a click away.

Career Development: TICL membership provides a platform for professional growth and advancement with mentorship opportunities, access to job postings, and resources to enhance your skills.

Advocacy and Influence: Joining the TICL Section allows members to play a proactive role in shaping legislative policies, advocating for reforms, and influencing decision-making processes that impact the practice and administration of tort law, insurance regulations, and compensation systems.

Why Join?

Joining the TICL Section is a smart move for any legal professional. Expand your professional horizons, stay on top of the latest trends, and make meaningful connections within the legal community. Our flexible participation model encourages active involvement without any mandatory time commitments.

Become a Section Member Today!

Ready to take your career to the next level? Join the Torts, Insurance, and Compensation Law Section today and become part of a dynamic and supportive community dedicated to excellence in legal practice. Embrace the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to the field of torts, insurance, and compensation law. We look forward to welcoming you!

 

CONTACT US

To learn more about this Section, please contact Gina Bartosiewicz
[email protected]
(518) 487-5671

Please do not contact the Section liaison with a request for legal advice or an attorney referral. You can instead visit our ‘Public Resources’ or ‘Lawyer Referral Service’ page for this type of request.

Kathleen Barclay

Kathleen A. Barclay, Esq.

Partner, O’Connor, O’Connor, Bresee & First PC; Albany, New York

Kathleen A. Barclay is a 1999 graduate of Union College and received her law degree in 2004 from Boston College Law School. Prior to joining O’Connor First, Kathleen gained extensive experience practicing law in Boston, MA and Albany, NY. Kathleen is admitted to practice law in the State of New York and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Kathleen focuses her practice in the areas of medical malpractice defense, errors and omissions, product liability, general liability defense and insurance coverage. Kathleen is a highly skilled courtroom advocate and has successfully obtained jury verdicts for her clients at trial, as well as obtained dismissal of cases prior to trial through motions for summary judgment.

Kathleen is an active member of the Capital District Trial Lawyers Association, Albany County Bar Association, Capital District Women’s Bar Association and New York State Bar Association. Kathleen is the Treasurer and also serves on the Board of Directors for the Capital District Trial Lawyers Association. Kathleen currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Albany County Bar Association, as well as the Chair of the Judicial Qualifications Committee. Kathleen also serves on the New York State Bar Association Committee on the Tort System, and is a member of the Trial Lawyer’s Section. Kathleen is a member of the House of Delegates for the New York State Bar Association.

Since 2015, Kathleen has been honored by Super Lawyers and included in its annual issue acknowledging outstanding Upstate New York attorneys. Kathleen was recognized for her successes in the category of Personal Injury Medical Malpractice Defense.

Running is one of her favorite activities, and Kathleen has participated in the Boston, Baltimore, and San Francisco marathons. Kathleen has also become an active Crossfitter. She resides in Ballston Lake with her husband and two sons.

Online Community

TICL Journal Vol 50 No 1

TICL Journal

The Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section (TICL) Journal features peer-written substantive articles relating to the practice of torts, insurance and compensation law on various topics including workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, products liability, depositions and trial preparation. Edited by David A. Glazer, Esq., the TICL Journal is published by the Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section and distributed to Section Members free of charge. The TICL Journal is published as a benefit for members of the Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section and is copyrighted by the New York State Bar Association.

The Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section (TICL) Journal encourages article submissions on topics of interest to members of the Section. Writing an article for a NYSBA Section publication is a great way to get your name out in the legal community and advertise your knowledge. Our authors are respected state-wide for their legal expertise in such areas as workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, products liability, depositions, and trial preparation.

Deconstruction- Vol. 49 No. 1

Deconstruction

Deconstruction features decisions and statutes relating to the practice of torts, insurance and compensation law. Edited by Patricia A. Rooney, Esq., Deconstruction is published by the Construction and Surety Division of the Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section and distributed to Section Members free of charge.

Deconstruction is published as a benefit for members of the Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section and is copyrighted by the New York State Bar Association.

Torts, Insurance, & Compensation Law Section Committee

Call for Nominations

2025 Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section Awards

The Torts, Insurance, and Compensation Law (TICL) Section is excited to announce the 2025 Call for Nominations for its prestigious awards. These honors recognize outstanding contributions to the legal profession and celebrate excellence in the fields of torts, insurance, and compensation law. We invite nominations for the following awards:

  • John E. Leach Memorial Award – Honoring exceptional leadership and dedication to the TICL Section.
  • Sheldon Hurwitz Young Lawyer Award – Recognizing young attorneys who are making significant contributions to insurance law.
  • Mary M. Russo-John Sciortino Award – Celebrating advancements in Workers’ Compensation law, open to all legal professionals.
  • Professor David D. Siegel Award – Acknowledging scholarly work that enhances the understanding of New York Law.

Award recipients will receive complimentary registration to the 2025 TICL and Trial Lawyers Joint Annual Meeting and be honored during the Joint Awards and Networking Reception on January 16, 2025. Nominations are due by December 2, 2024. Please submit your nominations to Gina Bartosiewicz at [email protected] and Kathleen Barclay at [email protected].

Click the button below to download nomination form and learn more about the award categories

2024 Winners

Previous Years’ Winners

Mirna Santiago
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Professor Connors TICL Trial 2023 Fall
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Dan Ecker, Award Winner Helene E. Blank and Angelique Moreno
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