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New York State Bar Association Annual Meeting 2024
January 16-20, 2024
New York Hilton Midtown

Join us for the premier legal event of the year, the Annual Meeting of the New York State Bar Association. This prestigious gathering brings together legal professionals from around the world to engage in discussions, share knowledge, and network with colleagues.

The 2024 Annual Meeting promises to be a dynamic and informative event, featuring a wide range of sessions and activities tailored to the diverse interests and needs of lawyers practicing in New York.

Please take notice that the 2024 Annual Meeting of the New York State Bar Association will be held on Friday, January 19, 2023 at 8:30am in person at the New York Hilton Midtown at 1335 Sixth Avenue in Manhattan. Proposed amendments to the Association Bylaws will be considered at the meeting.

The proposed amendments are accessible at this link: https://nysba.org/reportsgroup/

General Registration Fees

Required for attending any programs.

NYSBA Members$220
Non-members$305

Program Registration Fee

Required for attending CLE programs. Visit a section or committee’s annual meeting page for more information.

Section50+ Section$120
SectionAntitrust Law Section$160
SectionBusiness Law Section & Corporate Counsel Section$120
SectionCannabis Law Section$120
SectionCommercial and Federal Litigation Section$120
SectionCriminal Justice Section$120
SectionDispute Resolution Section$120
SectionElder Law and Special Needs Section$120
SectionEntertainment, Arts & Sports Law Section$120
SectionEnvironmental & Energy Law Section$120
SectionEnvironmental & Energy Law Section Agency UpdateFree
SectionFamily Law Section$120
SectionGeneral Practice Section & Committee on Professional Discipline$120
SectionHealth Law Section$160
SectionIntellectual Property Law Section$160
SectionLabor and Employment Law Section$120
SectionLocal and State Government Law Section$160
SectionReal Property Law Section$120
SectionTax Section$160
SectionTorts, Insurance, & Compensation Law Section and Trial Lawyers Section$160
SectionTrusts & Estates Law Section$120
SectionWomen in Law Section$160
CommitteeCommittee on Professional Discipline & General Practice Section$120
CommitteeReal Property Law Section Committee on Condos and Coops$120
CommitteeReal Property Law Section Not-for-Profit Committee$120

Additional Fees

Luncheons, Receptions, and Off-Site Events may require additional registration fees. Visit a section’s annual meeting page for more information.

Registering for two or more programs? Please call our Member Resource Center at 800-582-2452 to receive a 25% discount on your program registration.

Cancellation Policy

No refunds will be issued after January 8, 2024.

Contact Member Resource Center

If you have questions please contact us at 800.582.2452 | [email protected]

Hours: Monday – Friday | 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

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Tuesday, January 16

Time

Program

8:45 AM - 5:00 PMAntitrust Law SectionCLE Program
8:30 AM - 12:10 PMReal Property Law SectionCLE Program
9:00 AM - 12:00 PMTax SectionCLE Program
9:00 AM - 5:00 PMHealth Law SectionCLE Program
11:30 AM - 1:00 PMDispute Resolution SectionExecutive Committee Luncheon
12:15 PM - 1:15 PMElder Law and Special Needs Section CommitteesCommittee Meetings
12:15 PM - 2:00 PMTax SectionLuncheon
12:30 PM - 2:00 PMReal Property Law SectionLuncheon
12:45 PM - 2:00 PMHealth Law SectionLuncheon
1:00 PM - 5:00 PMDispute Resolution SectionCLE Program & Award Presentation
1:30 PM - 6:05 PMElder Law and Special Needs SectionCLE Program
2:15 PM - 4:00 PMTax SectionCLE Program
4:15 PM - 5:30 PMTax Section CommitteesCommittee Meeting & Refreshments
5:00 PM - 6:00 PMAntitrust Law SectionYoung Lawyers' Networking Happy Hour
5:00 PM - 6:00 PMDispute Resolution SectionReception & Awards Presentation
6:00 PM - 10:00 PMAntitrust Law SectionAnnual Evening Dinner
6:30 PM - 7:30 PMElder Law and Special Needs SectionOff-site Reception

Wednesday, January 17

Time

Program

8:30 AM - 12:00 PMCommercial and Federal Litigation SectionCLE Program
9:00 AM - 12:00 PMReal Property Law Section Not-for-Profit CommitteeCLE Program
9:00 AM - 12:00 PMTrusts and Estates Law SectionCLE Program
9:00 AM - 12:30 PMBusiness Law Section & Corporate Counsel SectionCLE Program
9:00 AM - 1:00 PMGeneral Practice SectionCLE Program & Awards
9:00 AM - 4:30 PMLocal and State Government Law SectionCLE Program
9:00 AM - 4:45 PMIntellectual Property Law SectionCLE Program
12:25 PM - 1:55 PMIntellectual Property Law SectionOff-site Luncheon
12:00 PM - 2:00 PMCommercial and Federal Litigation SectionReception & Luncheon
12:00 PM - 2:15 PMTrusts and Estates Law SectionReception & Luncheon
12:45 PM - 2:00 PMBusiness Law Section LunchLuncheon
1:00 PM - 4:00 PMPresidential SummitCLE Program
2:30 PM - 5:30 PMReal Property Law Section Committee on Condominiums and CooperativesCLE Program
3:00 PM - 3:45 PMEnvironmental and Energy Law Section CommitteesCommittee Meetings
4:00 PM - 5:30 PMEnvironmental & Energy Law SectionAgency Update CLE Program
4:15 PM - 6:15 PMCommittee on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion2024 Constance Baker Motley Symposium & CLE Program
4:45 PM - 5:45 PM Intellectual Property Law SectionReception
5:30 PM - 6:30 PMReal Property Law Section Committee on Condominiums & CooperativesReception
5:30 PM - 7:00 PMEnvironmental and Energy Law SectionReception
5:30 PM - 7:30 PMTrusts and Estates Law SectionOff-Site Reception
6:00 PM - 7:00 PMDiversity & President's ReceptionReception

Thursday, January 18

Time

Program

8:00 AM - 9:00 AMFamily Law Section Task Force and CommitteesTask Force and Committees Meeting
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM50+ SectionCLE Program & Awards
8:30 AM - 12:30 PMEnvironmental & Energy Law SectionCLE Program
9:00 AM - 10:30 AMTrusts and Estates Law Section CommitteesCommittee Meetings
9:00 AM - 4:15 PMTorts, Insurance and Compensation Law Section and Trial Lawyers SectionCLE Program
9:00 AM - 5:00 PMWomen in Law SectionCLE Program
10:30 AM - 11:30 AMEntertainment, Arts and Sports Law Section CommitteesCommittees Meetings
12:00 PM - 2:00 PMFamily Law SectionLuncheon
12:30 PM - 2:30 PMJustice for All LuncheonLuncheon & Awards
1:00 PM - 2:30 PMEnvironmental & Energy Law SectionLuncheon
1:00 PM - 6:00 PMCannabis Law SectionCLE Program
1:30 PM - 5:35 PMEntertainment, Arts and Sports Law SectionCLE Program
12:45 PM - 2:30 PMWomen in Law SectionKay C. Murray Luncheon
2:00 PM - 5:00 PMFamily Law SectionCLE Program
4:00 PM - 7:00 PMLabor & Employment SectionOffsite Non-CLE Program and Reception
5:00 PM - 6:30 PMTorts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section and Trial Lawyers Section Awards & Networking Reception
5:35 PM - 7:30 PMEntertainment, Arts and Sports Law SectionReception
6:00 PM - 8:00 PMCannabis Law SectionReception
6:00 PM - 8:00 PMLGBTQ Law SectionAwards & Reception
6:00 PM - 8:30 PMFamily Law SectionOffsite Reception
7:30 PM - 11:30 PM2024 Presidential GalaSpecial Event

Friday, January 19

Time

Program

8:30 AM - 8:45 AMLabor & Employment Law SectionBusiness Meeting
8:45 AM - 12:25 PMLabor & Employment Law SectionCLE Program
10:30 AM - 11:45 AMWomen in Law SectionRuth G. Shapiro Reception
12:30 PM - 2:00 PMLabor and Employment Law SectionLuncheon
12:30 PM - 3:00 PMJudicial SectionLuncheon
2:00 PM - 3:00 PMLabor & Employment Law Section CommitteesCommittee Meetings

Saturday, January 20

Time

Program

9:00 AM - 12:00 PMCriminal Justice SectionCLE Program
12:00 PM - 2:00 PMCriminal Justice SectionLuncheon
50+ SectionThursday, January 18, 2024
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM - CLE Program & Awards
Antitrust Law SectionTuesday, January 16, 2024
8:45 AM - 5:00 PM - CLE Program
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Young Lawyers’ Networking Happy Hour
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM - Annual Evening Dinner
Business Law Section and Corporate Counsel SectionWednesday, January 17, 2024
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM - CLE Program
12:45 PM - 2:00 PM - Luncheon
Cannabis Law SectionThursday, January 18, 2024
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM - CLE Program
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Reception
Commercial and Federal Litigation SectionWednesday, January 17, 2024
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM - CLE Program
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM - Reception & Luncheon
Criminal Justice SectionSaturday, January 20, 2024
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - CLE Program
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM - Luncheon
Dispute Resolution SectionTuesday, January 16, 2024
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM - Executive Committee Luncheon
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM - CLE Program & Award Presentation
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Reception & Awards Presentation
Elder Law and Special Needs SectionTuesday, January 16, 2024
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM - Committee Meetings
1:30 PM - 6:05 PM - CLE Program
630 PM - 7:30 PM - Off-site Reception
Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law SectionThursday, January 18, 2024
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM - Committees Meeting
1:30 PM - 5:35 PM - CLE Program
5:35 PM - 7:30 PM - Reception
Environmental & Energy Law SectionWednesday, January 17, 2024
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM - Committee Meetings
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM - Agency Update CLE Program
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM - Reception
Thursday, January 18, 2024
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM - CLE Program
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM - Luncheon
Family Law SectionThursday, January 18, 2024
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM - Task Force and Committees
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM - Luncheon
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM - CLE Program
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM - Offsite Reception
General Practice Section & Committee on Professional DisciplineWednesday, January 17, 2024
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM - CLE Program & Awards
Health Law SectionTuesday, January 16, 2024
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM - CLE Program
12:45 PM - 2:00 PM - Luncheon
Intellectual Property Law SectionWednesday, January 17, 2024
9:00 AM - 4:45 PM - CLE Program
12:25 PM - 1:55 PM - Off-site Luncheon at Holland & Knight, LLP
4:45 PM - 5:45 PM - Reception
Judicial SectionFriday, January 19, 2024
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM - Luncheon
Labor and Employment Law SectionThursday, January 18, 2024
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Off-Site Non-CLE Program & Reception
Friday, January 19, 2024
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM - Business Meeting
8:45 AM - 12:25 PM - CLE Program
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM - Luncheon
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Committee Meetings
LGBTQ Law SectionThursday, January 18, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Off-site Reception & Awards
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Virtual CLE Program
Local and State Government Law SectionWednesday, January 17, 2024
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM - CLE Program
Real Property Law SectionTuesday, January 16, 2024
8:30 AM - 12:10 PM - CLE Program
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM - Luncheon
Tax SectionTuesday, January 16, 2024
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - CLE Program
12:15 PM - 2:00 PM - Luncheon
2:15 PM - 4:00 PM - CLE Program
4:15 PM - 5:30 PM - Committee Meetings & Refreshments
Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law Section & Trial Lawyers SectionThursday, January 18, 2024
9:00 AM - 4:15 PM - CLE Program
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM - Awards & Networking Reception
Trusts and Estates Law SectionWednesday, January 17, 2024
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - CLE Program
12:00 PM - 2:15 PM - Reception & Luncheon
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM - Off-Site Reception
Thursday, January 18, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM - Committee Meetings
Women in Law SectionThursday, January 18, 2024
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM - CLE Program
12:45 PM - 2:30 PM - Kay C. Murray Luncheon
Friday, January 19, 2024
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM - Ruth G. Shapiro Reception
Committee on Diversity, Equity, and InclusionWednesday, January 17, 2024
4:15 PM – 6:15 PM - 2024 Constance Baker Motley Symposium & CLE Program
Real Property Law Section Committee on Condos and CoopsWednesday, January 17, 2024
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM - CLE Program
Real Property Law Section Not-for-Profit CommitteeWednesday, January 17, 2024
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - CLE Program
(L-R) Sherry Levin Wallach, Libby Coreno, Zack McDermott, Dr. Cindy McGilvrey 2023 Annual Meeting Presidential Summit

Presidential Summit

Free with General Registration

Wednesday, January 17, 2024
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

AI and the Legal Landscape: Navigating the Ethical, Regulatory and Practical Challenges
In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning technologies is transforming the practice of law. As AI continues to gain prominence in many industries – including in the legal profession – lawyers must equip themselves with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand, harness, and navigate the ethical and regulatory challenges that arise from these technological advancements.

This program will provide lawyers with a comprehensive understanding of AI and its impact on the legal field. Participants will explore the ethical and regulatory considerations in part one of the program. Practical applications and potential pitfalls associated with AI in law will be covered in part two.

Constance Baker Motley Symposium & Diversity Awards Program 2023

Constance Baker Motley Symposium & Diversity Awards Program

Free with General Registration

Wednesday, January 17, 2024
4:15 PM – 6:15 PM

Join us for a celebratory evening of award presentations and a CLE event.

NYSBA Richard Lewis

President's Reception

Free with General Registration

Wednesday, January 17, 2024
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

The President’s Reception: A Celebration of Diversity will feature updates from President Richard C. Lewis on NYSBA’s diversity initiatives and a preview of what lies ahead for 2024.

2024 Gala

2024 Presidential Gala: Standing Up for the Practice of Law

The Museum of Modern Art New York, NY

Separate registration required

Thursday, January 18, 2024
7:30 PM – 11:30 PM

The Presidential Gala is the signature event of the Annual Meeting. It includes the presentation of the Gold Medal Award, the highest honor bestowed by the New York State Bar Association. This year’s awardee is Jeh Johnson, former Secretary of Homeland Security and partner at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP

SPONSORS

Liberty Sponsor

Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP

Empire Sponsors

  • Hon. Cheryl E Chambers and Sherry Levin Wallach, Esq.
  • Connors LLP
  • Ingerman Smith LLP
  • Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff
  • Markewich and Rosenstock LLP
  • Mazzola Lindstrom LLP
  • Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Justice Sponsor

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A select number of programs will be offered virtually, as part of Annual Meeting 2024.

Entertainment, Arts & Sports Law Section 2024 Virtual Annual Meeting Program

January 18, 2024 – 1:30 PM – 5:35 PM

Offered in-person or virtually

LGBTQ Law Section 2024 Virtual Annual Meeting: Combatting the Tide of Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws & Regulations

January 23, 2024 – 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Food, Drug and Cosmetic Law Section 2024 Virtual Annual Meeting

January 30, 2024 – 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Empire Sponsor

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Liberty Sponsors

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Diversity Program Contributing Sponsors

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To become an Annual Meeting 2024 sponsor or exhibitor, visit our NYSBA Media Planner page: https://www.nysbamediaplanner.org/annualmeeting2024

Midtown Hilton Annual Meeting

New York Hilton Midtown

Reserve your hotel room at the link below or call 212-586-7000 and reference group code: NYSBA or event name: 2024 – New York State Bar Association.

Cutoff date for the discounted rate is December 26, 2023.