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New York State Bar Association To Host Seminar on the Limits of Federal Law Enforcement Power at Immigration Protests
In the wake of a rising number of deportations and arrests by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the New York State Bar Association is hosting a seminar so that New Yorkers will know their rights before they encounter ICE. On…
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New York State Bar Association Calls Firing of U.S. Attorney an Insult to Separation of Powers
Kathleen Sweet, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement about the firing of U.S. Attorney Donald Kinsella: “The firing of U.S. Attorney Donald Kinsella is an insult to separation of powers and the administration of…
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NYSBA To Host Horseshoe Crab Harvest Ban Explainer
Last December, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed the Horseshoe Crab Protection Act. The law phases out commercial harvests of horseshoe crabs, with a full ban by 2029. The New York State Bar Association is hosting a webinar to explain why there…
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Ethics Opinion 1292: Payment of legal fees by service provider identified to client by lawyer
Opinion 1292 (02/12/2026) Topic: Payment of legal fees by service provider identified to client by lawyer Digest: A lawyer who handles matters for individuals with disabilities under federal or state law may enter into agreements with providers of compensatory services…
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New York State Bar Association President Testifies on Public Safety and Legal Representation Budget Priorities
New York State Bar Association President Kathleen Sweet submitted testimony to the Joint Legislative Fiscal Committees on Governor Kathy Hochul’s 2026–27 Executive Budget, offering thoughtful guidance to the Legislature to ensure investments in public safety, legal representation, and court infrastructure…
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New York State Bar Association Launches Comprehensive Artificial Intelligence Continuing Legal Education Program
The New York State Bar Association is launching a nine-part lunch and learn, continuing legal education program that will explore far-reaching issues on the use of artificial intelligence and its impact on the legal profession. The program “Listen and Learn…
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Pro Se Advocacy in the AI Era: Benefits, Challenges, and Ethical Implications
The recent advancements in artificial intelligence are attracting many to use the technology in everyday practice. Such technology presents new opportunities and challenges for people without legal representation and the legal system. That shift reflects potential for improving accessibility to…
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Chief Judge Rowan Wilson Cites NYSBA Report in State of the Judiciary, Reinforcing Call for Structural Reform in Family Court
In his 2026 State of the Judiciary address, Chief Judge Rowan Wilson delivered a critique of the structural failures embedded in New York’s Family Court system—naming poverty, racial disproportionality, excessive caseloads, and systemic underinvestment as defining challenges. In doing so,…
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New Tax Law Section Chair: ‘Tax Lawyers Are Some of the Nicest People in the Legal Profession’
Lawrence Garrett is just weeks into his term as the chair of the New York State Bar Association Tax Law Section, and is pleased that he was launched into his tenure by a very successful Annual Meeting program. Over a…
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New York State Bar Association Commends Governor, Legislators for Compassionate Leadership on Medical Aid in Dying
New York State Bar Association President Kathleen Sweet issued the following statement upon the governor’s signing of the Medical Aid in Dying act: “The enactment of the Medical Aid in Dying law is a victory for bodily autonomy and dignity…
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