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Speech-To-Text Dictation: A 21st-century twist to a traditional law firm tool (Column), ABA Journal

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The ABA Journal mentioned NYSBA Ethics Opinion 820 on email service providers scanning emails for advertising purposes. (may require subscription) Technology is a blessing and a curse. For some lawyers, cutting-edge technologies can seem overwhelming; however, with just a little research and know-how, you can incorporate modern technology into your law firm to streamline your … Continued

Longtime UR Trustee Bob Witmer Has Died

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WXXI News reported that Past President G. Robert Witmer, Jr. passed away at the age of 82. He was president from 1994-1995. The  University of Rochester is mourning the passing of Bob Witmer. He was 82. UR officials say that Witmer, an alumnus of the university, served as a member of its Board of Trustees for … Continued

Hank Greenberg, NY State Bar President, Aims to Seize Chance to Achieve Long-Sought Legislative Goal

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The New York Law Journal quoted President Greenberg on two longstanding legislative priorities: consolidating the state’s trial courts system and simplifying current power of attorney papers. (may require subscription) Consolidating the state’s trial courts system and simplifying current power of attorney forms are two measures that could be advanced when lawmakers return to session.

Justice James P. Murphy Appointed 5th Judicial District Administrative Judge

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The New York Law Journal reported that Justice James Murphy, presiding member of the Judicial Section, was appointed the new administrative judge for the Fifth Judicial District. (may require subscription) Murphy replaces Justice James Tormey, who was the district’s administrative judge for nearly two decades until he died in June following a brief illness.

US Virgin Islands Supporters Come Up Short at ABA Meeting

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Bloomberg Law quoted President Greenberg on NYSBA’s resolution that was adopted by the American Bar Association. (may require subscription) A proposal to seat the U.S. Virgin Islands in the American Bar Association’s House of Delegates this year failed on Monday, but a lengthy and vigorous debate over it was unexpected. The delegates tied at 223 … Continued

Networking Works: Building a network is key as attorneys begin legal careers

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The Buffalo Law Journal mentioned the NYSBA’s Commercial and Federal Litigation Section and its work to remove gender disparity in the courtrooms. (may require subscription) Attorneys Christina Gullo Largo and Caitlin O’Neil are still surprised at the large number of people who came to an after-work event in June that they helped plan. Both are vice presidents of the … Continued