Prompted by the growing need for international cooperation, the New York State Bar Association is entering into a partnership with the European Association of Lawyers. “This is a moment to strengthen transatlantic ties between our two associations and to stand up for the rule of law, which must be protected at home and abroad,” said … Continued
As world leaders work toward a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war, the New York State Bar Association is speaking out in defense of the rule of law and condemning the illegal war against Ukraine. The New York State Bar Association’s Executive Committee approved a statement, which was proposed by the association’s International Section and … Continued
“The risk for nuclear war is higher than any time since the end of the Cold War.” That stark warning from Daryl Kimball, executive director of the Arms Control Association, kicked off the discussion at the recent conference, “Nuclear Weapons and International Law 2025: Nuclear Risks through a Legal Lens,” which was organized by the … Continued
The atrocities of war and armed conflict are often brutal, ranging from terror to rape and murder. For survivors, the trauma doesn’t end when the war ends, especially if their trauma is not addressed and they are not able to return to normal life. Such is the case for the survivors of the Yazidi genocide … Continued
The enormous increase in international transactions in goods and services has had a substantial impact on the need for dispute resolution mechanisms around the world. Cross-border transactions have grown significantly in recent years. Regarding business-to-business (B2B) transactions, encompassing goods and services, in the three months ending in May of 2024 compared to the three months … Continued
Gender-based violence, or threats, abuse, or harm to a person on the basis of sex and/or gender, is a pervasive problem throughout the world – but there are many ways to combat it. At an event co-hosted by the New York State Bar Association and the Milan Bar Association, international experts delved into the difficulties … Continued
On Oct. 7, Hamas terrorists invaded Israel, murdering 1,200 people and taking 250 hostages. The brutality of these crimes – including rape, murder, maiming, and kidnapping – has international human rights experts considering a new category of war crime: kinocide, or the purposeful targeting of families. At an informational session hosted by the New York … Continued
The New York State Bar Association is set to host a free presentation on the sexual violence perpetrated against women and children during Hamas’ attack on Israel on Oct. 7. Cochav Elkayam-Levy, chair of the Civil Commission on October 7 Crimes by Hamas Against Women and Children and recipient of the Israel Prize, will lead … Continued
The New York State Bar Association is building its standing in the international legal community with a surge of new members in its Israel chapter. Yonit Calmanovich, an attorney based in Tel Aviv and the head of the Israel Bar Association’s international department, will serve as the chapter’s new co-chair. She was also recently chosen … Continued
The Israel and New York State bar associations signed an agreement to work together on areas of mutual interest such as fighting for judicial independence, combating hatred and defending the rule of law. The New York State Bar Association has signed more than 30 such agreements — formally known as memorandums of understanding — with … Continued