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
When representing people with trauma, it is important to understand that they may act in ways that seem illogical or tell their story nonlinearly. A seminar presented by the Elder Law and Special Needs Section at the New York State Bar Association’s Annual Meeting explained how traumatic events affect memory recall, and how attorneys can … Continued
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
The New York State Bar Association honored Chief Magistrate Judge Thérèse Wiley Dancks with its Ruth G. Schapiro Award during a meeting of its governing body at the association’s Annual Meeting in New York City on Friday, Jan. 16. Judge Dancks is a United States Magistrate judge for the Northern District of New York. She … Continued
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
Artificial intelligence can help civil legal service organizations by increasing productivity and reducing administrative burdens. The New York State Bar Association released a series of recommendations for organizations looking to utilize AI technology. The association’s governing body, the House of Delegates, adopted a report on Friday with these recommendations from its President’s Committee on Access to … Continued
Dear Colleagues: Our much anticipated 150th anniversary celebration has finally arrived. It is gratifying to renew acquaintances, reflect on our history, partake in our awards ceremonies, and learn from our esteemed panelists and CLE faculty. Add to the celebration that for the first time in over a decade our members in January 2026 exceed what … Continued
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
The Kay Crawford Murray Memorial Award was presented to Kareen Zeitounzian for the work she has done to advance women and people with disabilities in the legal profession. “At a time when steadiness and connection can feel fragile, it is a privilege to be in this room with so many who care deeply about the … Continued
One of the early goals of Chief Judge Rowan Wilson when he took over the state’s highest court was to expand the docket and make quicker decisions. The chief judge spoke about his success doing that at a dinner hosted by the New York State Bar Association’s Committee on Courts of Appellate Jurisdiction. The annual … Continued