Attorneys representing municipalities and energy companies across New York are grappling with understanding the regulatory landscape and the future of battery energy storage operations. The topic of battery energy storage systems was one of several discussed in the recent “Land Use 2026” Continuing Legal Education course presented by the New York State Bar Association. Dan … Continued
In June 2023, in a Pearl Street courtroom in Manhattan, Judge P. Kevin Castel sat down to write what would become one of the most quoted federal opinions of the decade, Mata v. Avianca, Inc.[1] The facts have entered the legal malpractice canon. A New York personal injury attorney typed his client’s case into ChatGPT, … Continued
New York State Bar Association President Taa Grays issued the following statement today about the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Trump v. Barbara: “‘In the framework of our Constitution, the President’s power to see that the laws are faithfully executed refutes the idea that he is to be a lawmaker.’ Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co. … Continued
Dear members, The Nominating Committee invites members of the association to seek consideration to be a nominee for association offices beginning in 2027. Members wishing to become an officer or member of the NYSBA Executive Committee should review Article VIII of the Association’s Bylaws describing the Nominating Committee and nominations for office. The Nominating Committee … Continued
The Commission on Judicial Nomination is hosting “The Road to the Court of Appeals: Demystifying the Process” to explain how judges are selected for New York’s highest court. The term of Senior Associate Judge Jenny Rivera will expire on Feb. 10, 2027, creating a vacancy. The Commission on Judicial Nomination will recommend candidates for consideration … Continued
The New York State Bar Association is calling for the American Bar Association Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar to keep its diversity standards for law school admissions. The Council voted last month to repeal its diversity and inclusion standards under pressure from the Trump administration. The president has … Continued
The New York State Bar Association is calling for the establishment of clear procedures for emergencies and delays during the bar exam. On Saturday, the New York State Bar Association’s governing body, the House of Delegates, adopted a report from its Young Lawyers Section regarding the administration of the bar exam. “The bar exam standard protocols … Continued
The New York Department of State is reminding notaries that they must renew their commissions through the Department of State as a result of a change in the law in 2023. Here are some tips: Notary commission renewals can be done 90 days before the expiration date, which is printed on the notary license or … Continued
Executive Summary This report outlines the priorities, initiatives, and organizational focus for the coming year. It is grounded in the New York State Bar Association’s mission to advance the success of its members, promote equal access to justice, and uphold the rule of law. The year ahead presents an opportunity to build on the Association’s … Continued
Gambling can take many forms from lottery tickets and bingo to casino gaming and prediction markets. The recent webinar “Problem Gambling 101 and Ethical Obligations of Lawyers” sponsored by the New York State Bar Association’s Committee on Attorney Well- Being detailed the signs and symptoms of problem gambling, plus the ethical responsibilities lawyers have to … Continued