How do unconscious, pre-existing beliefs shape and limit our decisions? How can lawyers break out of such mindsets to better serve their clients? In a recent Continuing Legal Education course hosted by the New York State Bar Association, presenter Claude Ducloux tackled these questions and more in a discussion of implicit bias. Ducloux is an … Continued
In courtroom proceedings, the mastery of legal procedures related to cross-examination and evidence admissibility is crucial, as they can pivotally influence the proceeding’s outcome. Attorneys face the complex challenge of adapting to the specific rules of the jurisdiction in which they are litigating. The scope of cross-examination, for instance, varies by jurisdiction, dictating how an … Continued
Helping couples navigate adoptions can be a rewarding area of law. Family law attorney Casey Copps DiPaola explained the adoption process to attorneys attending a New York State Bar Association continuing legal education course on Tuesday. Voluntary Adoption Many couples choose an adoption agency to assist them. Agencies, which are licensed through the New York … Continued
The New York State Bar Association is appointing a blue-ribbon task force to recommend new laws and policies to address rampant opioid addiction in the state. “The task force will be discussing how to prioritize treatment over punishment for those caught in the grip of the opioid crisis,” said Domenick Napoletano, president of the New … Continued
The New York State Bar Association Committee on Leadership Development is profiling the association’s leaders in a series of articles. In these profiles, we examine the paths to leadership, the mentors that inspired them and the beliefs that made them successful. We hope these interviews will encourage all members of all backgrounds to pursue positions … Continued
Jacqueline Hattar was presented with the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Vanguard Award in a virtual ceremony on Oct. 9. Hattar, a partner at Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker, advises individuals, small businesses, and property owners on tort liability, wrongful death, construction accidents and labor law matters. She has spearheaded diversity efforts at her firm including … Continued
October 11th is National Coming Out Day, an annual observance that supports living authentically and raises awareness of the LGBTQ+ community and its fight for equal rights. This day of awareness provides an opportunity to look back at how the New York State Bar Association has helped advance LGBTQ+ rights in New York and beyond. … Continued
The Internet of Things, commonly referred to as IoT, has rapidly evolved from a futuristic concept to an omnipresent reality, revolutionizing how we interact with our environment and conduct business. For commercial litigators and transactional attorneys, understanding IoT is no longer optional – it’s becoming essential to effective legal practice. From smart thermostats and lighting … Continued
The NYS CLE Board has announced that the rule applicable to the newly admitted attorneys and the skills CLE course requirement has been extended to June 30, 2025. This means newly admitted attorneys can continue to access CLE courses for skills credits via live webconference, teleconference, and videoconference through June 30, 2025. From the NYS CLE Board: … Continued
Whenever someone asks me why I have been a member of NYSBA for 25 years, I have a one-word reply: “Sections.” Joining a section is a great way to meet lawyers who practice in the same field as you or who share your interests. NYSBA has 28 of them, and if you are a member … Continued