Month: May 2021
Elder Law and Special Needs Law Journal: 2021 Vol. 31 No. 2
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Attorney Professionalism Forum: Ethics of Taking Pro Bono Cases
I am always looking for an opportunity to help the underserved community through pro bono work and would be interested in taking on the matter, provided I am ethically permitted to do so. Do I have any ethical obligations with respect to taking on such representation?
Due Process and Due Diligence: Claiming Surplus in New York’s In Rem Tax Foreclosures
Unfortunately, the landscape is anything but clear when it comes to the procedures surrounding tax lien foreclosures, particularly where surplus results from a sale.
Senate Passes, Assembly Committee Moves Repeal of Section 470
The New York State Assembly’s Judiciary Committee voted today to advance NYSBA-backed legislation that would repeal Judiciary Law Section 470, which requires lawyers admitted to practice in New York – but residing in other states – to maintain a physical law office in New York State. The measure next goes to the Assembly’s Rules Committee. This … Continued
Jeh Johnson to Deliver Keynote at Advocating for the Rule of Law Seminar
The New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) and the New York Bar Foundation are bringing together thought-leaders, judges and scholars to discuss how the U.S. Constitution is being undermined. The goal of the NYSBA CLE program on Thursday, June 3, is to empower all citizens to become better advocates for democracy. The webinar will focus … Continued
State Court System Announces New Anti-Discrimination Policies
The New York State Unified Court System provided an update today on the numerous steps being taken to carry out last year’s recommendations by an independent special adviser for the Equal Justice in the Courts Initiative.
4, 3, 2, 1: It’s Time To Break Up With Your VPN
Firms transitioned to remote work in 2020 and VPNs became a thorn in the side of lawyers and firm staff.
Concerns Raised About Changes to Uniform Rules for Supreme and County Courts: Recordings Available
Significant concerns were recently expressed by members of the New York State Bar Association regarding the changes made to the New York State Unified Court System’s Commercial Division rules.
Using Technology To Assist Treatment Court Participants in the Age of COVID-19
The dedicated judges and professionals who work in these courts were not deterred and have overcome significant challenges to continue their work remotely and provide critical services to New Yorkers with substance use disorders and mental illness.