Alan Scheinkman Presiding Justice Appellate Division Second Department

April 30, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Alan Scheinkman, Presiding Justice of the Appellate Division, Second Department, writes about the successes of women in law and the judiciary, and the barriers that still exist to true gender equality.

By Alan Scheinkman, Presiding Justice, Appellate Division, Second Department

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January 24, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Alan Scheinkman, Presiding Justice of the Appellate Division, Second Department, examines the explosive growth of the Department and opportunities for reform that could help alleviate its large caseload.

By Alan Scheinkman, Presiding Justice, Appellate Division, Second Department

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April 30, 2019 | New York Law Journal

Alan Scheinkman, Presiding Justice of the Appellate Division, Second Department writes: While the uninhibited thought and expression that is facilitated by freedom of speech is essential to human liberty, an informed electorate, facilitated by freedom of the press to inform, educate and enlighten, is essential to democracy.

By Alan Scheinkman, Presiding Justice, Appellate Division, Second Department

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January 11, 2019 | New York Law Journal

Alan Scheinkman, Presiding Justice of the Appellate Division, Second Department, encourages any lawyer who is not already an active member of the organized Bar to get involved. A fully engaged and participatory Bar is essential to the continued vitality and integrity of our profession.

By Alan Scheinkman, Presiding Justice, Appellate Division, Second Department

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April 30, 2018 | New York Law Journal

CPLR Article 78 represents a careful balancing of the powers of different branches of our government. Through the litigation and determination of Article 78 proceedings, we all play our part in preserving the Rule of Law.

By Alan Scheinkman, Presiding Justice, Appellate Division, Second Department

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January 19, 2018 | New York Law Journal

Alan Scheinkman, Presiding Justice of the Appellate Division, Second Department, writes: As the court's newest member, I am adjusting to a new way of adjudicating cases. No longer will I be alone in controlling a calendar and a courtroom and acting as sole arbiter of requests for relief. My role now will be to approach cases from the perspective of a reviewing court and to work collaboratively with my new and highly distinguished colleagues to achieve a just result in each appeal that comes before us.

By Alan Scheinkman, Presiding Justice, Appellate Division, Second Department

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