The New York State Bar Association presented Kristen Popham, a champion of women and disability rights, with the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Memorial Scholarship during its House of Delegates meeting April 6 in Albany. Popham is a second-year student at Columbia Law School. She ranks in the top 2% of her class, serves as podcast editor … Continued
Dear Colleagues: During my term, we have taken significant steps toward addressing the practical concerns of our members and our profession. It has been a collaborative effort made possible by the unmatched professionalism and dedication of my colleagues, many of whom are here today, and for that, I thank you. Our primary objective has been … Continued
As many of us have heard by now, there has been a major amendment to CPLR 2106, Affirmation of truth of statement. Previously limited to lawyers, physicians, osteopaths or dentists, CPLR 2106 can now be used by “any person,” regardless of where they are located. Prior Versions of CPLR 2106 When originally enacted in 1963, … Continued
You’re a member of the New York State Bar Association, and you may wonder what’s next? How can the association help you grow? The Committee on Leadership Development recently held a lunchtime event to answer these questions for new and seasoned members who want to contribute more to the New York State Bar Association. The … Continued
To the Forum: I am an attorney defending my client in a bench trial against allegations of fraud. My client is a well-known public figure, so the case has been closely monitored by the media. My client has been very vocal about his concerns that the judge and his staff are biased against him. And I … Continued
When I first began my presidential tenure, I viewed it as an opportunity to address practical issues that are a priority to attorneys and the profession itself. I recognized that I had an ambitious agenda. That has proven to be prophetic as the past 10 months have flown by. The Association’s leadership team and I … Continued
Richard Lewis, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement about Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan: “The mission of the New York State Bar Association is to protect the rule of law and to facilitate the administration of justice. That’s why we must condemn in no uncertain terms the unfounded attack … Continued
Breaking up is hard to do. And for married same-sex couples, past laws can complicate current divorce proceedings. The New York State Bar Association recently hosted a Continuing Legal Education course on the challenges facing same-sex couples as they try to end relationships and figure out issues related to dividing property and child custody. Margaret … Continued
The New York State Bar Association will present Kristen Popham, a champion of women and disability rights, with the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Memorial Scholarship during its House of Delegates meeting April 6 in Albany. Popham is a second-year student at Columbia Law School. She ranks in the top 2% of her class, serves as podcast … Continued
Employees are free to express their opinions, but their employers may hold them responsible for the content of what they say. With the widespread use of social media and the blurring of the lines between work and home, many workplaces are dealing with these contentious issues. The New York State Bar Association hosted a Continuing … Continued