LEAVEWORTHY: Summer 2024
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New York State Bar Association Honors Chief Administrative Judge Joseph Zayas, Two Supreme Court Justices
New York State trial lawyers are taking a break from the courtroom to honor Chief Administrative Judge Joseph Zayas for being a “guardian of the law.” They are also recognizing two Supreme Court justices. The chief administrative judge will receive the Betty Friedlander Award for Trial Excellence on Jan. 16 during the New York State … Continued
New York State Bar Association Honors Westchester Attorney for Promoting Diversity in the Legal Profession
Jacqueline Hattar was presented with the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Vanguard Award in a virtual ceremony on Oct. 9. Hattar, a partner at Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker, advises individuals, small businesses, and property owners on tort liability, wrongful death, construction accidents and labor law matters. She has spearheaded diversity efforts at her firm including … Continued
New York State Bar Association Celebrates Passage of Bill To Expand E-Filing
The New York State Bar Association supports the bill (S7524/A10350) the state Legislature passed to expand e-filing and calls on Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign it. The bill allows Chief Administrative Judge Joseph Zayas to permit e-filing in any state trial court. Pro se litigants and lawyers without the technical skills or equipment to e-file … Continued
From Jury Selection to Closing Arguments: New Lawyers Run the Gauntlet of Trial Academy 2024
On a sunny Saturday in April, 40 young attorneys, many fresh out of law school, are wandering around the Bar Center in Albany. They come from many backgrounds and regions of New York, looking wide-eyed, excited and ready to embark on a five-day rigorous program. By the end of the program, they will learn how … Continued
(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Witness: Do’s and Don’ts of Witness Coaching
Aretha Franklin’s 1967 “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman” became one of her most popular songs.[1] Written by Carole King and Gerry Goffin for Franklin,[2] it was later covered by King herself on her 1971 “Tapestry” album.[3] Incredibly, the song later became a hit for Franklin on the United Kingdom’s singles chart almost … Continued
LEAVEWORTHY: Winter 2023
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New York State Bar Association President Calls Removal of Notary Requirement in Civil Cases a Big Step Forward for Access to Justice
A new law allowing litigants in a civil case to file affidavits and other sworn documents without getting them notarized will eliminate unnecessary delays and needless costs in civil lawsuits. “This law is a big step forward for access to justice,” said Richard Lewis, president of the New York State Bar Association. “The notarization requirement … Continued
Social Media Can Change Outcomes in the Courtroom
Social media affects the public’s perception and results of jury trials – and legal experts are examining the true impact. Brian Donnelly and Gary Muhlstock, partners at Cullen and Dykman, discussed how social media has already affected court cases in a New York State Bar Association Continuing Legal Education course. The Effect on Jurors “Does … Continued
Rochester Attorney Honored by the New York State Bar Association for Promoting Diversity in the Legal Profession
The New York State Bar Association honored David M. Tang, an attorney committed to diversity in the legal profession, with the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Vanguard Award in a virtual celebration on Oct. 3. Tang, a partner at Underberg & Kessler in Rochester, represents and advises clients in business, health care, restructuring and commercial litigation matters. … Continued