Kathleen Sweet, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement about Gov. Kathy Hochul’s veto of S5083/A5898: “The veto of the ‘Death Gamble Bill’ by Gov. Hochul is unfair to judges and their families. Excluding them from a benefit that is available to other state workers is an injustice.” About the … Continued
The New York State Bar Association is recognizing six retiring Appellate Court justices for their years of outstanding public service. Chief Judge Rowan Wilson of the Court of Appeals and the State of New York will deliver a keynote address at the event. Several associate judges of Court of Appeals will also be at the … Continued
Kathleen Sweet, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement in response to the governor agreeing to sign S138/A136 authorizing the Medical Aid in Dying Act: “New York State joins 11 other states in offering a dignified option for the terminally ill. The New York State Bar Association supported this law allowing … Continued
Experts will tackle the biggest challenges facing the legal profession – including artificial intelligence, the state of the constitution, shifting government priorities, civil rights, diversity, equity, and inclusion – during the New York State Bar Association Annual Meeting from January 13 to 16 at the New York Hilton Midtown. “This year the New York State … Continued
The New York State Bar Association will honor Presiding Justice Gerald J. Whalen of the Appellate Division, Fourth Department, and Presiding Justice Elizabeth A. Garry of the Appellate Division, Third Department, for their innovative programs encouraging young and newly admitted lawyers to pursue public service employment opportunities in New York’s rural communities. The New York … Continued
Two recent decisions by the New York State courts involving animals are the subject of an upcoming legal education course presented by the New York State Bar Association. The program will examine the changes in precedent made by the court’s decision in Flanders v. Goodfellow in April. The court’s unanimous decision, which overturned the appellate … Continued
The New York State Bar Association is launching a letter writing campaign urging Gov. Hochul to sign the Medical Aid in Dying Act into law. “Medical Aid in Dying offers both dignity and compassion to those experiencing a terminal illness,” New York State Bar Association President Kathleen Sweet said. “It ensures that New Yorkers have … Continued
Scientific research shows that a spirit of gratitude leads to increased happiness and better health. A free program co-sponsored by the New York State Bar Association and the New York Bar Foundation takes a closer look at how a practice of gratitude produces more energy and self-confidence while reducing stress and anxiety. The Nov. 24 … Continued
Newly admitted attorneys are encouraged to register for the New York State Bar Association’s Bridging the Gap program on Dec. 9-10 which will be the last of these courses offered fully online. Attorneys can satisfy all of their annual MCLE requirements by attending the two-day program, which is ideal for “bridging the gap” between law … Continued
It’s been more than 50 years since the outside world first saw the horrific, inhumane treatment of disabled children at the Willowbrook State School. The 1972 television expose by journalist Geraldo Rivera led to sweeping changes and sparked the beginning of the disability rights movement. When interviewed about his groundbreaking work in a 2023 documentary, … Continued