Brian Lee is an Albany-based litigation reporter for the New York Law Journal. He has worked at daily newspapers in Massachusetts, New York and New Jersey. He can be reached at [email protected]. Twitter: @bleereporter
August 29, 2023 | New York Law Journal
Bar Panel Examines Diversity in Wake of SCOTUS Repeal of Affirmative Action in Higher Ed AdmissionsThe state bar has planned a webinar for 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on Sept. 5 titled "U.S. Supreme Court Decision on Affirmative Action & Its Impact on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Law."
By Brian Lee
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August 29, 2023 | New York Law Journal
Second Department Announces First-Ever All-Latino Panel for Upcoming ArgumentsOral arguments are scheduled to take place in the court's historic courtroom at 45 Monroe Place by Justice Betsy Barros, Helen Voutsinas, and Lourdes Ventura with Justice Hector LaSalle presiding.
By Brian Lee | Emily Saul
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August 28, 2023 | New York Law Journal
NY Lobbying, at $331M Is 'Overwhelming,' Elections Attorney SaysNew York elections attorney Sarah K. Steiner told the Law Journal that while she finds the "money in lobbying just overwhelming," she's not surprised spending is surging.
By Brian Lee
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August 28, 2023 | New York Law Journal
NYC Judge Who Cursed at Double-Parked Teacher Accepts AdmonishmentThe judge also snapped that she had a courthouse to run.
By Brian Lee
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August 25, 2023 | New York Law Journal
'I Have Learned a Harsh Lesson': Judge Faces Censure for Facebook Comments"I should have known better, and take full responsibility for my actions," the judge said.
By Brian Lee
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August 23, 2023 | New York Law Journal
NY Pot Attorneys Anticipate Phase-Out of CAURD ProgramThe program prompted a lawsuit by four disabled veterans who await the chance to apply for dispensary licenses.
By Brian Lee
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August 22, 2023 | New York Law Journal
Backers Say Public Disclosure of LLC Owners Would Thwart Shady Dealings, But Bill Draws PushbackA measure that would abolish the use of anonymous limited liability corporations has drawn opposition from some business groups as it awaits action from New York Gov. Kathy Hochul.
By Brian Lee
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August 21, 2023 | New York Law Journal
NY Legal Luminaries To Be Honored at National Judicial College EventChief Judge Rowan Wilson, Chief Administrative Judge Joseph Zayas, are among several New Yorkers set to be honored during the National Judicial College's 60th anniversary celebration.
By Brian Lee
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August 21, 2023 | New York Law Journal
Immigrant Advocates Urge Signing of Bill To Warn Documented Persons of Deportation RiskBackers said the measure was needed to break a "cycle of violence and abuse" that often lands persons in the criminal justice system,
By Brian Lee
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August 18, 2023 | New York Law Journal
Judge Halts New York's Marijuana Dispensary Licensing ProgramState Supreme Court Justice Kevin R. Bryant's order, which called into question the validity of licenses that have have already been granted, sided with four service-disabled veterans whose attorney, Clark Smith Villazor, filed a lawsuit against the state Cannabis Control Board.
By Brian Lee
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