Richard C Lewis

Richard C Lewis

May 01, 2024 | New York Law Journal

How To Counter Apathy Among Young Voters When the Majority Are Not Planning To Vote in 2024

When more young people vote and get involved, more people listen to their voices. Part of the problem is that Americans—especially young voters—are overwhelmingly not informed about civics and how our government works.

By Richard C. Lewis

6 minute read

January 12, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Overcoming Our Fear of AI

Richard C. Lewis, President of the New York State Bar Association, writes: Erasing AI's misunderstood stereotypes can best be accomplished by first gaining a clearer picture of it. Most important is the realization that AI doesn't have a mind of its own.

By Richard C. Lewis, President, New York State Bar Association

4 minute read

December 13, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Failure to Repeal the State's Attorney Residence Requirement Would Worsen a Justice Gap for Rural New Yorkers

In the 21st century, thanks to the internet and a wide array of other technologies, a traditional "brick and mortar" office is not only moot, but unduly burdensome on those wishing to practice law in New York state, the president of the New York State Bar Association writes.

By Richard C. Lewis

4 minute read

January 17, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Grow Our Membership, Amplify Our Voice

Richard C. Lewis, President-elect of the New York State Bar Association, writes: The more we encourage discourse, the more we listen to each other, the more our appreciation for each other flourishes.

By Richard C. Lewis, President-elect, New York State Bar Association

3 minute read


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