The New York State Bar Association is launching a nine-part lunch and learn, continuing legal education program that will explore far-reaching issues on the use of artificial intelligence and its impact on the legal profession. The program “Listen and Learn and Enhance Your Understanding of AI, GAI, and Agentic AI in the Legal Profession”. The … Continued
The recent advancements in artificial intelligence are attracting many to use the technology in everyday practice. Such technology presents new opportunities and challenges for people without legal representation and the legal system. That shift reflects potential for improving accessibility to the legal system, and it is reshaping the dynamics of legal advocacy. Despite such advantages, … Continued
In his 2026 State of the Judiciary address, Chief Judge Rowan Wilson delivered a critique of the structural failures embedded in New York’s Family Court system—naming poverty, racial disproportionality, excessive caseloads, and systemic underinvestment as defining challenges. In doing so, he explicitly referenced the New York State Bar Association’s 2022 Report and Recommendations on Racial … Continued
Lawrence Garrett is just weeks into his term as the chair of the New York State Bar Association Tax Law Section, and is pleased that he was launched into his tenure by a very successful Annual Meeting program. Over a thousand members attended the annual Tax Section luncheon with its high-profile speaker from the U. … Continued
New York State Bar Association President Kathleen Sweet issued the following statement upon the governor’s signing of the Medical Aid in Dying act: “The enactment of the Medical Aid in Dying law is a victory for bodily autonomy and dignity for New Yorkers faced with overwhelming and unremitting pain and suffering at the end of … Continued
Balancing the obligations of caregiving and career takes knowing how to set boundaries and manage expectations. At a seminar presented by the New York State Bar Association, panelists discussed ways lawyers can manage the demands of their professional and personal responsibilities. Kimberly Bonds Grocher, a licensed mental health professional and executive coach, was the main … Continued
The New York State Bar Association advocates for state and federal legislation and works tirelessly to promote equal access to justice for all. As part of that mission, the association addresses current events and issues that impact the legal profession and the rule of law. In the last year, President Kathleen Sweet and the association … Continued
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
As more attorneys incorporate artificial intelligence into their practices, courts around the world are figuring out how to account for this technology while being aware of its risks. The New York State Bar Association hosted a global seminar for judges to share tips and strategies on handling AI in the courts. The speakers were: Judge … Continued
This article provides a brief practical overview of changes introduced by the One Big Beautiful Bill that are relevant to elder law and estate planning. We cover changes to 529 plans, ABLE Accounts, the new Trump Accounts, the Estate and Gift Tax Basic Exclusion amount, and changes to Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security. Each section … Continued