Author: Jennifer Andrus

New York State Bar Association Supports Governor Hochul’s Proposals To Protect New Yorkers’ Constitutional Rights

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New York State Bar Association President Kathleen Sweet issued the following statement today: “The New York State Bar Association commends Governor Hochul’s Sensitive Locations Protection Act, which safeguards New Yorkers’ constitutional rights from federal overreach. By ensuring that sensitive locations – including schools — are protected from warrantless civil immigration enforcement and establishing a state … Continued

NYSBA Series Explores Legal Decisions in End-of-Life Care for Animals

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The New York State Bar Association’s Committee on Animals and the Law will present a three-part webinar exploring the emotional, practical, ethical, and legal complexities of end-of-life care for animals. The series, entitled “The End-of-Life Journey with our Beloved Animals: From Diagnosis to Life After Loss,” offers guidance from veterinarians, animal hospice experts and attorneys … Continued

New York State Bar Association President Reacts to the Governor’s Budget

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New York State Bar Association President Kathleen M. Sweet issued the following statement on the Governor’s Executive Budget: “As the New York State Bar Association continues to analyze the 2027 Executive Budget proposals, we commend Governor Hochul for strengthening funding for the Judiciary, proposing to ban illegal homegrown firearms (ghost guns), and protecting the integrity … Continued

New York State Bar Association Calls on Administration To Maintain a Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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The New York State Bar Association calls on the Trump Administration to ensure that public sector lawyers — who represent crime victims, children, and numerous and other clients — can benefit from the federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program. The House of Delegates, the association’s governing body, approved a report that details the devastating effect … Continued

How to Prepare and Respond to Ransomware Attacks

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Ransomware attacks have evolved into a billion-dollar threat and businesses of all sizes  are at risk. Preparing a business for the threat and planning a response was the topic of a panel discussion sponsored by the Local and State Government Law Section at the New York State Bar Association’s Annual Meeting. The panelists represented legal, … Continued

New York State Bar Association Honors Lawyers Who are Steadfast in Their Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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The New York State Bar Association honored trailblazing attorneys for their commitment to diversity in the legal profession, mentorship of young attorneys and devotion to community service. The awards were presented Wednesday at the Constance Baker Motley Symposium during the association’s Annual Meeting at the Hilton Midtown in New York City. The event recognizes lawyers … Continued

Treasury Official Details 4-Year Plan for Tax Deregulation

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Speaking to a packed house of over 900 tax attorneys at the New York State Bar Association Annual Meeting, Treasury’s Deputy Assistant Secretary for Tax Policy Kevin Salinger detailed the Trump administration’s plans to ramp up the deregulation of tax policy in the years to come. “Our goal is to deregulate while strengthening the economy … Continued

Four Attorneys Honored for Commitment to Diversity, Mentorship and Community Service

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The New York State Bar Association will honor four trailblazing attorneys for their commitment to diversity in the legal profession, mentoring young attorneys and devoting their time and talent to community service. Four attorneys will receive awards at the Constance Baker Motley Symposium on Wednesday Jan. 14 during the association’s Annual Meeting at the Hilton … Continued