Sherry Levin Wallach, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement about the Department of Justice’s response to plaintiff John Fitisemanu, a resident of American Samoa, who sued the federal government over its denial of citizenship to those born in the U.S. territory: “The New York State Bar Association is disappointed … Continued

The New York State Bar Association is hosting a virtual career fair on Sept. 28 to connect new lawyers with firms looking to hire. The fair is an answer to new lawyers who said it would be helpful if the association provided career advice and job opportunities. The three-hour event will connect new law school … Continued

Today, President Biden announced action on one of the New York State Bar Association’s federal legislative priorities — expanding and extending student loan relief for attorneys and non-attorneys. The president’s plan will extend the pause on student loan payments through Dec. 31, 2022 and provide $20,000 in debt cancellation to Pell Grant recipients with loans … Continued

  In the 80s, there was the largely unsuccessful “war on drugs.” Fast-forward 30 to 40 years, and we’re dealing with an about face, at least when it comes to the cultivation, sales, and consumption of cannabis. It is still illegal on the federal level and in many states. With that said, there are a … Continued

Photo courtesy: David Handschuh/OCA The Commission to Reimagine the Future of New York’s Courts is holding a second round of in-person hearings this fall. The hearings will be held in Buffalo on Oct. 6 and in New York City on Oct. 31. The hearings are part of a statewide effort to evaluate the technology, practices and … Continued