Brian Lee

June 12, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Rebecca Mudie most recently served the Assembly as legislative counsel for program and policy, and was previously the director of intergovernmental affairs for the New York State Justice Center.

By Brian Lee

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June 09, 2023 | New York Law Journal

The judges for Supreme, family and New York City civil courts would all be filled at the November state 2024 election, with the terms to begin in January 2025.

By Brian Lee

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June 09, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Consistent with previous "Big Three" opioid distributor agreements, the settlements require 85% of the funds be allocated to programs that address the ongoing opioid crisis through treatment, education and prevention efforts.

By Brian Lee

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June 09, 2023 | New York Law Journal

In a follow-up statement, the OCA said it "substantively supports" the proposed requirement that attorneys preside as judges in many town and village justice courts.

By Brian Lee

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June 08, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Presiding Justice Elizabeth Garry noted the court was had the task of "inferring" what the Court of Appeals decision meant by its silence on the lifespan of a remedial plan.

By Brian Lee

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June 08, 2023 | New York Law Journal

The NYSBA's new president Richard C. Lewis said the organization had "lobbied hard for the repeal of Section 470 and is thrilled that the Legislature has recognized that the law is antiquated and burdensome."

By Brian Lee

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June 07, 2023 | New York Law Journal

The measure was passed on a 45-17 vote in the New York Senate and awaits action in the state Assembly.

By Brian Lee

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June 07, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Judge Caitlin Halligan wore the robe of Judith Kaye, a former chief judge, when taking the oath in a ceremony.

By Brian Lee

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June 06, 2023 | New York Law Journal

The bill would automatically seal certain old convictions that were said to limit job seekers' prospects, particularly for persons of color.

By Brian Lee

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June 05, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Chief Administrative Judge Joseph A. Zayas appointed Justice James P. Murphy to the post that manages daily operations of trial-level courts consisting of more than 640 state-paid judges and 6,000-plus non-judicial employees outside of the city.

By Brian Lee

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