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How to Prepare and Respond to Ransomware Attacks
Ransomware attacks have evolved into a billion-dollar threat and businesses of all sizes are at risk. Preparing a business for the threat and planning a response was the topic of a panel discussion sponsored by the Local and State Government…
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New Guidelines for Using AI To Aid Civil Legal Service Organizations
Artificial intelligence can help civil legal service organizations by increasing productivity and reducing administrative burdens. The New York State Bar Association released a series of recommendations for organizations looking to utilize AI technology. The association’s governing body, the House of…
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President’s Report to the House of Delegates: Renewing Acquaintances and Reflecting on our History
Dear Colleagues: Our much anticipated 150th anniversary celebration has finally arrived. It is gratifying to renew acquaintances, reflect on our history, partake in our awards ceremonies, and learn from our esteemed panelists and CLE faculty. Add to the celebration that…
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New York State Bar Association Honors Lawyers Who are Steadfast in Their Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The New York State Bar Association honored trailblazing attorneys for their commitment to diversity in the legal profession, mentorship of young attorneys and devotion to community service. The awards were presented Wednesday at the Constance Baker Motley Symposium during the…
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New York State Bar Association Honors Kareen Zeitounzian for her Commitment To Mentoring Women in Law
The Kay Crawford Murray Memorial Award was presented to Kareen Zeitounzian for the work she has done to advance women and people with disabilities in the legal profession. “At a time when steadiness and connection can feel fragile, it is…
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Chief Judge Says the Court of Appeals Has Made Progress on his Promise To Take on More Cases and Make Faster Decisions
One of the early goals of Chief Judge Rowan Wilson when he took over the state’s highest court was to expand the docket and make quicker decisions. The chief judge spoke about his success doing that at a dinner hosted…
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Speakers at Presidential Summit Discuss Erosion of Democratic Norms
The overwhelming consensus at the presidential summit, the premier event of the New York State Bar Association’s Annual Meeting, was that democratic norms are being eroded and the rule of law is under threat. The topic was constitutional failure, what…
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Treasury Official Details 4-year Plan for Tax Deregulation
Speaking to a packed house of over 900 tax attorneys at the New York State Bar Association Annual Meeting, Treasury’s Deputy Assistant Secretary for Tax Policy Kevin Salinger detailed the Trump administration’s plans to ramp up the deregulation of tax…
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Four Attorneys Honored for Commitment to Diversity, Mentorship and Community Service
The New York State Bar Association will honor four trailblazing attorneys for their commitment to diversity in the legal profession, mentoring young attorneys and devoting their time and talent to community service. Four attorneys will receive awards at the Constance…
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What to Know Now That Medical Aid in Dying Will Soon Be Law
After years of advocacy from the New York State Bar Association, Medical Aid in Dying is on the verge of becoming law in New York State. Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced that she will soon sign the bill into law.…
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