As LGBTQ+ people face legal difficulties in the United States and around the world, the New York State Bar Association is hosting a seminar to explore how a mechanism to strengthen human rights in North and South America can protect LGBTQ+ rights. “The challenges to LGBTQ+ rights have only increased in the past few years,” … Continued
Domenick Napoletano, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement about this year’s final budget: “The New York State Bar Association is outraged by the sweep of $120 million for Indigent Legal Services to the State’s General Fund in this year’s final budget at a time when the ability of all … Continued
Domenick Napoletano, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement about the death of retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice David Souter: “Justice Souter cared deeply about the U.S. Constitution and strongly supported adhering to precedent. Appointed by President George H.W. Bush, he was ideologically independent, and he valued standing up for … Continued
As more attorneys incorporate artificial intelligence into their practices, the New York State Bar Association is hosting a program on how to use the technology in a safe and ethical way. “AI technologies can benefit us by reducing repetitive tasks, setting priorities, and optimizing productivity,” said Domenick Napoletano, president of the New York State Bar … Continued
Domenick Napoletano, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement about the death of former New York State Bar Association President Joshua Pruzansky: “As the child of immigrants, Joshua Pruzansky never lost sight of how lucky he was to be an American. He took delight in everything about our judicial system, … Continued
New York State Bar Association President Domenick Napoletano issued the following statement: “In 2015, the New York State Bar Association examined criminal discovery rules in detail, taking care to consider input from experts and practitioners – both defense attorneys and prosecutors. “Much has changed since 2015. Not the least of which was the enactment of … Continued
Domenick Napoletano, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement today about the U.S. Supreme Court upholding restrictions on ghost guns: “The Supreme Court today upheld common sense restrictions on difficult-to-trace guns known as ghost guns. These restrictions require accountability from gun manufacturers such as serial numbers on the parts and … Continued
Domenick Napoletano, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement today condemning the administration’s latest threat to the legal profession: “A fundamental principle of our American legal system is that attorneys have a duty to be vigorous advocates for their clients. This ensures that all persons involved in our legal system … Continued
As news about immigrants dominate headlines, the New York State Bar Association is holding a webinar to help attorneys understand issues in immigration law. “As the child of immigrants, this is an area of law that is close to my heart,” said Domenick Napoletano, president of the New York State Bar Association. “No matter where … Continued
The New York State Bar Association will honor civil legal services advocate Lillian M. Moy with its W. Haywood Burns Award in recognition of her decades of providing free legal representation to low-income people. “Lillian Moy has made sure the most vulnerable in our communities have access to legal representation through her years of leadership,” … Continued