Ruth Bader Ginsburg reached a level of notoriety unparalleled by any other Supreme Court Justice. She served as the main litigator and legal strategist to dismantle gender discrimination in the law and inspired countless women to pursue legal careers. Ginsburg is considered “the most important woman lawyer in the history of the Republic.”[1] Born in … Continued
To the Forum: After many years of practicing with Firm A, I have decided to strike out on my own. During my tenure at the firm, I have brought in clients with various needs that were serviced by other lawyers at Firm A. Given my lack of expertise in some of these areas, I do … Continued
The coronavirus was simply the spotlight that exposed systemic problems in how care and services are provided to elderly residents in nursing homes across New York. A history of failure to enforce laws and standards of care directly correlates to how facilities could care for their residents when confronted with a pandemic. This was a … Continued
In her first weekly address since the news broke that the governor will cut the state judiciary budget by 10%, or roughly $300 million, Chief Judge Janet DiFiore said the decision by the Administrative Board of the Courts to deny the applications of 46 Supreme Court justices for certification or recertification to additional two year-terms … Continued
Cybersecurity incidents are on the rise. And unfortunately, law firms are attractive targets for cybercriminals
The New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) is examining why a disproportionate number of residents died from COVID-19 in nursing homes and long-term care facilities across the state. Nearly 6,700 coronavirus deaths occurred in nursing homes in New York State, the most of any state. According to the New York Times, 40% of all coronavirus … Continued
Scott M. Karson, president of the New York State Bar Association, made the following statement on Hispanic Heritage Month: “Hispanic lawyers and judges bring a rich heritage and history to New York State and the nation. They are an integral part of our legal system and have reached the highest echelons of our state and … Continued
This budget cut is a matter of grave concern to the New York State Bar Association because it will inevitably create hardship for litigants and delay the administration of justice.
The New York State Bar Association Task Force on Racial Injustice and Police Reform will hold its second of three public forums from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. today. The second forum focuses on the often circuitous and complex criminal justice process that must be navigated by alleged offenders. The panelists bring a wealth of … Continued
Chief Administrative Judge Lawrence K. Marks issued a memo today to the state’s administrative judges informing them that Gov. Andrew Cuomo has exercised his emergency powers granted to him by the Legislature by cutting the Judiciary budget 10 percent, or approximately $300 million. Marks said the cut has prompted them to implement “a range of … Continued