New York State Bar Association Strongly Condemns Violation of Rule of Law in Ukraine
NYSBA supports our new friends and colleagues in Ukraine and, in this dark hour, NYSBA stands with Ukraine.
Category: News Releases
Convictions in Ahmaud Arbery Case Make Defendants Accountable for Racial Hatred
As an association that values the rule of law, we applaud the courage of 12 ordinary citizens who removed any doubt that these men acted out of racial animus.
New York State Bar Association Urges Russian Federation To Restore the Rule of Law
The New York State Bar Association condemns the actions of the Russian Federation with respect to Ukraine as contrary to international law and the rule of law.
New York State Bar Association Releases 2022 Legislative Priorities
The New York State Bar Association today released its legislative priorities for the 2022 sessions in D.C. and Albany, covering a wide range of issues from crime prevention to legal aid for immigrants to policing reform and gender-based discrimination.
Vincent Syracuse Receives State Bar’s Sanford Levy Award for Professional Ethics
Manhattan attorney Vincent J. Syracuse (Tannenbaum Helpern Syracuse & Hirschtritt) is the 2022 recipient of the Sanford Levy Award presented by the Committee on Professional Ethics of the New York State Bar Association.
New York State Bar Association and Bar Foundation Launch Attorney Well-Being Fundraising Campaign
The New York State Bar Association and the New York Bar Foundation have launched a new fundraising campaign to address attorney well-being.
New York State Bar Association Supports Governor’s Efforts To Reduce Gun Violence
Governor Hochul has rightly recognized that the state stands on the precipice of great potential and has put forward a far-reaching plan to capitalize on this unique moment.
New York State Bar Association Calls for Rational Discourse in the Spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
The Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., set the example for civility and rational discourse. He taught us that injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere
New York State Bar Association Votes To Protect Voting Rights
The New York State Bar Association voted today to support federal legislation to prevent discriminatory voting practices and ensure that Americans have access to the ballot.
New York State Bar Association Supports Ethics Reform, Voting Rights and Gun Control
The New York State Bar Association has long advocated for measures to improve public confidence in our elected officials and institutions, eliminate voting restrictions and stem the flow of guns across state lines.