Kylie Marshall

January 11, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Jeffrey K. Anderson, chair of the Dispute Resolution Section, writes: I submit that mediation as a means of seeking justice has proven itself when compared to trial by jury as a mechanism worthy of co-equal stature. Its success, offering the unique benefit of self-determination, is not disputed.

By Jeffrey K. Anderson, Chair, Dispute Resolution Section

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January 11, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Lisa Hayes, chair of the Health Law Section, writes: Changes to accreditation requirements, policy changes to abolish the race-based practice of medicine and expansion of innovative methods for service delivery to ensure racial justice will all work to impact the expanding role and responsibilities of health care attorneys.

By Lisa Hayes, Chair, Health Law Section

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January 11, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Robert E. Brown, chair of the General Practice Section, writes: The annual meeting is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals to learn about the latest developments and trends in the legal profession. Attendees will have the chance to network and engage with their peers and experts in the field.

By Robert E. Brown, Chair, General Practice Section

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January 11, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Yvonne Hennessey, chair of the Environmental and Energy Law Section, writes: Given the importance of this guidance and the Section's interests in the just, equitable and sustainable implementation of the CLCPA, EELS brought together members that have diverse collective expertise in environmental and energy law and the complex issues that have historically affected disadvantaged communities in the state as a result of greenhouse gas and co-pollutant air emissions.

By Yvonne Hennessey, Chair, Environmental and Energy Law Section

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January 11, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Leah Nowotarski, chair of the Criminal Justice Section, writes: Mental health is the hottest topic in criminal justice. For far too long, it has not been given the attention that it deserves. Finally forced to confront it, how should the criminal justice system deal with it?

By Leah Nowotarski, Chair, Criminal Justice Section

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January 11, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Joy Echer, chair of the Corporate Counsel Section, writes: I believe that good leaders nurture individual talents and strengths, and gently encourage each member to make positive contributions to the Section. Leadership is about success as a whole, and each member of an EC must individually determine the extent of his/her commitment, involvement and ability to contribute.

By Joy Echer, Chair, Corporate Counsel Section

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January 11, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Gail Ehrlich, co-chair of the Committee on Law, Youth and Citizenship, writes: Recognizing that civics education is crucial to the rule of law and the preservation of our democracy—that a lack of a civically educated and involved citizenry is a threat to judicial independence, separation of powers and constitutional principles—we felt obliged, as the largest voluntary state association of lawyers in the nation, to face the crisis head on.

By Gail Ehrlich, Co-Chair, Committee on Law, Youth and Citizenship

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January 11, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Anne E. Sekel, chair of the Commercial and Federal Litigation Section, writes: The Commercial and Federal Litigation Section (ComFed) just concluded a wonderful and productive 35th anniversary year. Throughout this momentous time, ComFed found numerous ways to honor its distinguished past and plan for a vibrant future.

By Anne E. Sekel, Chair, Commercial and Federal Litigation Section

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January 11, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Cecilia Oyediran, chair of the Cannabis Law Section, writes: Looking ahead, the future of the regulated cannabis marketplace in New York appears promising but with lingering challenges, and there will undoubtedly be many issues for legal practitioners to navigate.

By Cecilia Oyediran, Chair, Cannabis Law Section

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January 11, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Michael A. de Freitas, vice chair of the Business Law section, writes: In more cutting-edge topics, we convened a panel on artificial intelligence in business law, a fast-moving subject for lawyers. The panel included computer scientists in order to give lawyers a "look under the hood" of how artificial intelligence works.

By Michael A. de Freitas, Vice Chair, Business Law Section

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