The Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law Section of the New York State Bar Association is pleased to welcome Section members and visitors. Among the resources available for Section members on this site are Section publications and access to the TICL Section’s private online professional community. Section members receive the Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law Section Journal  and the Construction & Surety Law Division’s newsletter, Deconstruction, as a benefit of membership.

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As a member of the Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law Section of the New York State Bar Association, you have access to our journals, MCLE programs, networking events with members of the bench and bar, and online community. But there is more. Our section hosts over 15 committees in substantive areas of law, as well as two Divisions. As a member of our section, they are free to join. Please consider getting involved with one or more committees or divisions. There is no required time commitment to join a committee or division, but active participation is encouraged. Please also tell your colleagues about us and give them a copy of TICL’s brochure.

Feel free to reach out to any member of our Executive Committee for information, or contact us to join a committee or provide your opinion or feedback.

Contact the Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law Section Liaison

To learn more about this Section, please contact Gina Bartosiewicz
[email protected]
(518) 487-5671

Please do not contact the Section liaison with a request for legal advice or an attorney referral. You can instead visit our ‘Public Resources’ or ‘Lawyer Referral Service’ page for this type of request.

Kathleen Barclay

Kathleen A. Barclay, Esq.

Partner, O’Connor, O’Connor, Bresee & First PC; Albany, New York

Kathleen A. Barclay is a 1999 graduate of Union College and received her law degree in 2004 from Boston College Law School. Prior to joining O’Connor First, Kathleen gained extensive experience practicing law in Boston, MA and Albany, NY. Kathleen is admitted to practice law in the State of New York and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Kathleen focuses her practice in the areas of medical malpractice defense, errors and omissions, product liability, general liability defense and insurance coverage. Kathleen is a highly skilled courtroom advocate and has successfully obtained jury verdicts for her clients at trial, as well as obtained dismissal of cases prior to trial through motions for summary judgment.

Kathleen is an active member of the Capital District Trial Lawyers Association, Albany County Bar Association, Capital District Women’s Bar Association and New York State Bar Association. Kathleen is the Treasurer and also serves on the Board of Directors for the Capital District Trial Lawyers Association. Kathleen currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Albany County Bar Association, as well as the Chair of the Judicial Qualifications Committee. Kathleen also serves on the New York State Bar Association Committee on the Tort System, and is a member of the Trial Lawyer’s Section. Kathleen is a member of the House of Delegates for the New York State Bar Association.

Since 2015, Kathleen has been honored by Super Lawyers and included in its annual issue acknowledging outstanding Upstate New York attorneys. Kathleen was recognized for her successes in the category of Personal Injury Medical Malpractice Defense.

Running is one of her favorite activities, and Kathleen has participated in the Boston, Baltimore, and San Francisco marathons. Kathleen has also become an active Crossfitter. She resides in Ballston Lake with her husband and two sons.

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TICL Journal

The Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section (TICL) Journal features peer-written substantive articles relating to the practice of torts, insurance and compensation law on various topics including workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, products liability, depositions and trial preparation. Edited by David A. Glazer, Esq., the TICL Journal is published by the Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section and distributed to Section Members free of charge. The TICL Journal is published as a benefit for members of the Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section and is copyrighted by the New York State Bar Association.

The Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section (TICL) Journal encourages article submissions on topics of interest to members of the Section. Writing an article for a NYSBA Section publication is a great way to get your name out in the legal community and advertise your knowledge. Our authors are respected state-wide for their legal expertise in such areas as workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, products liability, depositions, and trial preparation.

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Deconstruction

Deconstruction features decisions and statutes relating to the practice of torts, insurance and compensation law. Edited by Patricia A. Rooney, Esq., Deconstruction is published by the Construction and Surety Division of the Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section and distributed to Section Members free of charge.

Deconstruction is published as a benefit for members of the Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section and is copyrighted by the New York State Bar Association.

Torts, Insurance, & Compensation Law Section Committee

2024 Trial Academy Scholarship

The Torts, Insurance, and Compensation Law Section hosted a prestigious Awards Reception on January 18, 2024, as part of the New York State Bar Association Annual Meeting. This annual event serves as a commendable tradition where members of the TICL Section gather to recognize and celebrate the outstanding achievements within the legal community.

Members of the TICL Section come together to carefully select and honor distinguished individuals who have made remarkable contributions to the TICL Section and the broader legal profession. These awards not only acknowledge excellence within the legal field but also highlight the commitment and dedication of these outstanding professionals.

The TICL Awards Reception stands as a testament to the collective efforts and accomplishments that shape the Torts, Insurance, and Compensation Law landscape. It is an opportunity to express gratitude and appreciation for the individuals whose impactful work has left a lasting mark on the legal community. Congratulations to all the honorees for their exceptional contributions and commitment to excellence in the legal profession.

To learn more about the Trial Academy, go to: nysba.org/trial-academy
For more information, please contact [email protected]

Annual Awards 2024

The TICL Section has selected honorees for the 2024 TICL Awards. Announcement coming soon!

 

The recipients of the annual awards will be honored during the 2024 Awards and Networking Reception on January 18 during Annual Meeting at the New York Hilton Midtown at 5pm in Beekman. Limited tickets are available.  Light refreshments will be served.

2024 Winners

Previous Years’ Winners

Mirna Santiago
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Professor Connors TICL Trial 2023 Fall
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Dan Ecker, Award Winner Helene E. Blank and Angelique Moreno
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