Angela Turturro

January 17, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Ignatius A. Grande is a Director at Berkeley Research Group, where he advises law firms and companies on e-discovery, forensics and information security. Ignatius A. Grande, Chair of the Commercial & Federal Litigation Section, writes: One of the strengths of our section is that our leaders understand the importance of technology in making litigation more efficient and in helping to make New York a place where people in the commercial and business world want to resolve their disputes.

By Ignatius A. Grande, Chair, Commercial & Federal Litigation Section

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January 17, 2023 | New York Law Journal

David Louis Cohen, Chair of the Criminal Justice Section, writes: We are unique in how we view issues that concern our practice area. We analyze all issues not from a partisan, one-sided perspective, but rather with a view towards finding solutions that are beneficial to all who practice in the criminal legal system.

By David Louis Cohen

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January 17, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Ethan Bordman, Chair of the Entertainment, Arts & Sports Law Section, writes: We all have a vested interest in improving our negotiation skills. For our upcoming annual meeting on Thursday Jan. 19, 2023, the EASL Section has assembled a panel of expert negotiators, representing different industries and business environments, to share their views on the best negotiation practices.

By Ethan Bordman, Chair, Entertainment, Arts & Sports Law Section

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January 17, 2023 | New York Law Journal

James P. Rigano, Chair of the Environmental and Energy Law Section, writes: The United States, individual states and many countries around the globe should follow New York's blueprint to address the climate crisis, which is being implemented through an aggressive program lead by state government and the private sector.

By James P. Rigano, Chair, Environmental and Energy Law Section

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January 17, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Bruce Hafner, Chair of the General Practice Section, writes: We have to practice, to argue, to persuade, and to help our clients but we should all strive to do so in a way that maximizes the possibility that we and those we serve are and remain well.

By Bruce Hafner, Chair, General Practice Section

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January 17, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Azish Filabi, Chair of the International Section, writes: Yes, lawyers can be guardians of ethics, they can and should be, but we have some work to do as a legal community to identify the right guidance and processes to embrace this role.

By Azish Filabi, Chair, International Section

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January 17, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Hon. Joanne D. Quiñones, Presiding Member of the Judicial Section, writes: For judges, this is not only a time for personal reflection and resolution, but also a time to reflect on the role our courts play in our lives and our justice system. It is also a time to explore ways to do better.

By Hon. Joanne D. Quiñones, Presiding Member, Judicial Section

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January 17, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Christopher R. Riano, Chair of the LGBTQ Law Section, writes: We have tirelessly worked to protect the rights and liberties of the LGBTQ community in not only our outreach and programming, but in our push for critical legislation and our litigation work all across the country.

By Christopher R. Riano, Chair, LGBTQ Law Section

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January 17, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Michael Kenneally, Chair of the Local and State Government Law Section, writes: Municipal practitioners require the nimbleness to seamlessly transition between various areas of expertise, often during the same board meeting.

By Michael Kenneally, Chair, Local and State Government Law Section

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January 17, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Spencer Compton, Chair of the Real Property Law Section, writes: RPLS attorneys are a source of knowledge and expertise. Young attorneys seeking to advance their careers by becoming their firm's expert in a given practice area will find accomplished RPLS attorneys eager to help them reach that goal.

By Spencer Compton, Chair, Real Property Law Section

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