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
The work of attorneys can be arduous. With demanding caseloads comes an openness to tools that can help us do our jobs more efficiently. The advent of online legal research was a game changer for attorneys decades ago. In recent years, generative artificial intelligence – AI that can create original content such as text, images, … Continued
How do you tell an aging parent that they cannot drive anymore? Or that it may be time to move into a nursing home? Changing life circumstances can make conversations with older family members difficult. A recent seminar from the New York State Bar Association focused on productive, considerate, and sensitive ways to approach these … Continued
The New York State Bar Association’s Lawyer Assistance Program hosted its 36th Annual Spring Retreat May 29 to 31 in Lake George. The event drew a record number of attendees and featured activities supporting wellness and connection, including hiking, yoga and meditation, recovery meetings and a continuing legal education program on the topic of problem … Continued