David Bayne

July 15, 2022 | New York Law Journal

On June 10, 2022, New York's four Appellate Division departments issued a joint order adopting a variation of ABA Model Rule of Professional Conduct 8.4(g) broadly prohibiting discrimination and harassment in the practice of law. Although the model rule was initially praised for its intent, it became controversial because of complaints that it infringed First Amendment rights and was both vague and overbroad. Given the mixed results in Pennsylvania and Colorado so far, it's likely the rule will end up in courts.

By David Bayne

12 minute read

April 22, 2019 | New York Law Journal

Your firm's computer network has been hacked and client data either exposed or likely exposed. What's a law firm to do?

By David Bayne

4 minute read