President's Message: The Importance of NYSBA as a Global Voice
As one of the world’s most prominent legal organizations, we must wield our influence to defend the rule of law, protect those who are vulnerable to oppression and create a more equitable society, and we must do everything we can…
NYSBA's Noblest Act: Preventing War and Establishing a World Court
From its formative years, the New York State Bar Association has had an abiding interest in the world beyond the Empire State. Beginning in the 1880s, the Association’s annual meetings often included addresses on international law,(1) given by luminaries…
NYSBA Calls for Statewide Equity for the Increase in State-Funded Compensation for Assigned Counsel
Sherry Levin Wallach, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement today following the release of Gov. Kathy Hochul’s 2023-24 executive budget proposal: “Gov. Kathy Hochul recognized the need for increased pay for assigned counsel in…
New York State Bar Association Presents Distinguished Jurist Award to Presiding Justice Hector LaSalle
The Judicial Section of the New York State Bar Association honored four judges including the Presiding Justice of the Appellate Division, Second Department, Hector LaSalle, during Annual Meeting. “The judiciary is the cornerstone of our justice system,” said Sherry Levin…
Committee on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Honors Three Outstanding Attorneys During Annual Meeting
The New York State Bar Association’s Committee on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion honored three outstanding attorneys during the association’s Annual Meeting in New York City. Retired federal Judge Randolph Treece and Ross Moskowitz, a partner at Stroock & Stroock &…
NYSBA Calls ERA a Crucial Amendment to the State Constitution
Sherry Levin Wallach, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement about the state Legislature’s passage of the ERA: “The New York State Bar Association commends the state Legislature for deciding today to put the ERA,…
In Accepting Gold Medal, Civil Rights Attorney Sherrilyn Ifill Implores New York State Bar Association Lawyers To Protect the 'Boundaries of the Rule of Law'
Civil rights attorney Sherrilyn Ifill told 300 people gathered to see her receive the Gold Medal, the New York State Bar Association's highest honor, that "it is our job to protect the boundaries of the rule of law in this…
Justice LaSalle Honored at NYSBA’s Annual Meeting 2023
Months ago, the Judicial Section of the New York State Bar Association selected Hon. Hector LaSalle as the winner of the most prestigious 2023 Distinguished Jurist Award. Today, Justice LaSalle received this award to thunderous applause and overwhelming support and…
Thousands Attend NYSBA Annual Meeting 2023
The momentum of Annual Meeting 2023 continues into Day 2, as thousands attend this first in-person Annual Meeting since 2020. Dozens of programs and events were held by nine sections including: 50+, Environmental & Energy Law, Tax, Women in Law,…
NYSBA’s Annual Meeting 2023 Steps off in NYC
Thousands of NYSBA members and attorneys descend on the Big Apple for Annual Meeting 2023. This is the first in-person Annual Meeting in three years and is NYSBA’s largest event of the year. Attendees took part in 17 programs and…
