The New York State Bar Association was founded in 1876 and is the oldest and largest voluntary state bar association in the United States. It is older even than the American Bar Association. We have members in all 50 states and in close to 100 countries. The founding of the New York State Bar Association … Continued
Alexandra Simels, the new chair of the New York State Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Section, sees her new leadership role as an opportunity to help lawyers connect, get involved, and speak out. “I think that it’s our responsibility as attorneys to not only be involved with the practice itself, but how it shapes so many … Continued
Amy Kendall, the new chair of the New York State Bar Association’s Environmental and Energy Law Section, knows the importance of the rule of law. “Environmental and energy law impacts every aspect of a person’s life,” she said. “Clean air, clean water – it’s essential, and we see it as our responsibility to make sure … Continued
William Crosby, Jr., is excited to take over as chair of the New York State Bar Association’s Dispute Resolution Section. “Dispute resolution can be a lonely profession,” he says. “Seeking out groups like the New York State Bar Association to link us together in a community and share in our common experiences is so valuable.” … Continued
Court of Appeals Associate Judge Michael Garcia will receive the Honorable George Bundy Smith Pioneer Award from the New York State Bar Association in recognition of his commitment to justice and public service. “For his work as U.S. Attorney investigating and prosecuting high-profile terrorism cases and his distinguished service on the bench, we are proud … Continued
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(L-R): Acting Justice Denise A. Hartman, New York State Supreme Court, Albany County; Associate Judge Michael J. Garcia, New York State Court of Appeals; Presiding Justice Elizabeth A. Garry, Appellate Division, Third Department; Associate Justice Christine M. Clark, Appellate Division, Third Department and Associate Justice Eddie McShan, Appellate Division, Third Department. The New York State … Continued
As the next president, Kathleen Sweet knows the most important resource of the New York State Bar Association is its members. “Unless we maintain and grow membership, the rest of it doesn’t matter,” Sweet said. “We can’t defend the rule of law, we can’t support access to justice, we can’t defend the impartiality of the … Continued
1. Kathleen grew up in Clarence, New York, the middle child of three daughters of David and Jane Sweet. 2. The Sweets are multi-generation, diehard Buffalo Bills fans. Kathleen’s mom took her to games in any weather: rain, sleet or snow. 3. She is a member of the … Continued
“The New York State Bar Association is the place where lawyers come together to teach each other and help people understand the practice of law,” said Taa Grays, incoming president-elect of the association. “For me, there have been many people in the association over the years who have given me opportunities to learn new areas … Continued