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Commercial Division Reiterates That Alleged Manipulation of New York Financial Markets Subjects a Foreign Company and Its ‘Primary Actors’ to Specific Jurisdiction

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 It is no secret that New York is one of the world’s top financial centers, with a large contingent of domestic and foreign entities and individuals that touch within New York’s borders either directly or indirectly. Some of these entities have no physical connection to New York, save for issuing distribution shares on New York’s … Continued

New York State Bar Association Decries President Trump’s Executive Order Denying Citizenship to Children Born in the United States

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Domenick Napoletano, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement about President Donald Trump’s executive orders on immigration: “The 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution is unequivocal. It grants citizenship to every baby born in the United States with limited exceptions. Ignoring decades of court precedent, President Donald Trump on his … Continued

President Domenick Napoletano Speaks to Members

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Dear Colleagues: It is wonderful to be here again at the New York Hilton Midtown. I hope you have enjoyed the 2025 Annual Meeting and that the superlative CLE Programs, moving awards ceremonies and engaging social and networking events have demonstrated once again how your membership benefits you professionally and personally. It was a pleasure … Continued

Debunking Some Myths About Generative AI

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(L-R): Bridget McCormack and Jennifer Leonard. Two esteemed experts discussed the myths and the future of generative AI within the legal industry during Wednesday’s Presidential Summit, the marquee event of the New York State Bar Association’s Annual Meeting at the Hilton Midtown in New York City. The program, entitled “Generative AI: Disrupting the Business and … Continued

Your Family Tree May Be Broader Than You Think

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A pair of experts explored the challenges attorneys face because of the growing use of artificial reproductive technology at a panel Wednesday during the New York State Bar Association’s Annual Meeting. Robert M. Harper, partner at Farrell Fritz, and Kathleen “Casey” Copps DiPaola, partner at Copps DiPaola Silverman, and co-founder of the New York Surrogacy … Continued

Four Esteemed and Pioneering Members of the Bench To Receive Judicial Section Awards at the New York State Bar Association’s Annual Meeting

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Four distinguished members of New York’s judiciary will be honored at a luncheon at the New York Hilton Midtown on Friday, Jan. 19, during the New York State Bar Association’s Annual Meeting. The association’s Judicial Section will recognize New York’s Chief Judge Rowan Wilson and Chief Administrative Judge Joseph Zayas with its Distinguished Jurist Award. … Continued

Attorney Professional Forum: Can Lawyers Moonlight?

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To the Forum: I am a recent law school graduate who was admitted to practice just a few weeks ago. I began my first job as a lawyer soon after taking the bar exam at a small family law firm in New York City that participates in a lot of pro bono work. Being that … Continued

Human Trafficking: A Pathway to Hope

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Abid Shamdeen (center) in a refugee camp in Serres, Greece, where he met with refugees from Iraq seeking asylum in Europe. Photo courtesy Abid Shamdeen. Human trafficking is a complex and pervasive crime, the far-reaching effects of which are difficult to convey through numbers. While it is estimated that there are more than 25 million … Continued