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Is This AI Rule Necessary? An Analysis of Assembly Bill 8546
In June 2023, in a Pearl Street courtroom in Manhattan, Judge P. Kevin Castel sat down to write what would become one of the most quoted federal opinions of the decade, Mata v. Avianca, Inc.[1] The facts have entered the…
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New York State Bar Association Commends US Supreme Court for Defending the Rule of Law in Birthright Citizenship Case
New York State Bar Association President Taa Grays issued the following statement today about the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Trump v. Barbara: “‘In the framework of our Constitution, the President’s power to see that the laws are faithfully executed…
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Seeking Nominations for NYSBA Officers
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…
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NYSBA Hosts Open Discussion on Court of Appeals Process Ahead of 2027 Vacancy
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.…
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New York State Bar Association Urges American Bar Association To Keep Diversity Standards in Law School Accreditation
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…
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New York State Bar Association Calls For Standardized Protocols for Emergencies During the Bar Exam
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…
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Notary Renewal Reminder: You Must Renew Through NY Department of State
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…
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President’s Report to the House of Delegates: Meet Me at the Bar: Building a Better Bar, Together
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…
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Recognizing Problem Gambling and the Ethical Obligations of Lawyers
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…
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Beyond the Mirage: Beware of Generative AI and Hallucinations
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…
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