The New York Law Journal quoted President Greenberg on the removal of the mental health question from the bar exam application. DiFiore said that moving forward, the application will “focus on disclosure of behavior and conduct that is relevant to a candidate’s fitness to practice law.”
The Daily Record (sub. required) mentioned NYSBA’s advocacy on the removal of the mental health question from the bar exam application. New York state court officials have agreed to remove mental health-related questions from the state bar application. Chief Judge Janet DiFiore made the announcement Wednesday during her State of the Judiciary address. New York … Continued
Lorraine Power Tharp Community leader and attorney Lorraine Power Tharp was well known for volunteer leadership of many arts, health and equine-related organizations, as well as for her years of service to the New York State Bar Association. Lorraine was born in Staten Island, but grew up in Massena, N.Y. She graduated from Smith College … Continued
Immediate Past Section Chair William Schrag discusses what makes the International Section unique and why section membership is imporatant.
Insider mentioned the New York State Bar Association’s report on attorney mental health calling for the removal of Question 34. A high proportion of law students say they do not seek mental health treatment out of fear that it will scupper their career prospects, sparking a debate about how best to support the millions of … Continued
Improving your cybersecurity health is increasingly important for lawyers both to stay safe and to keep up with ethical requirements. To help lawyers with these tasks, our Committee on Technology and the Legal Profession has issued a guide, “” identifying simple actionable and practicable items lawyers can use to protect themselves. Getting started A minimum level … Continued
CNN quoted President Greenberg on New York’s efforts to remove the mental health question from the bar application. Before classes had even begun, a judge stood in front of Justin’s law school class to tell them about the parts of their life that would be examined to determine if they were qualified to become lawyers. … Continued
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“Attorney Professionalism” Defined Attorney Professionalism refers to those qualities and attributes of a lawyer reflecting honor, integrity, civility, and commitment in the practice of law. These qualities notably elevate the profession from simply a means to earn a living. An attorney demonstrates professionalism by striving above career success, in pursuit of goals that meaningfully enhance … Continued