Bar Associations

  • New York Law Journal | Analysis

    Revisiting the Basic Values of Honor, Fairness

    By Rolando T. Acosta, Presiding Justice, Appellate Division, First Department | January 19, 2018

    Rolando T. Acosta, Presiding Justice of the Appellate Division, First Department, writes: From e-filing to standardizing Appellate Division practice rules to developing a uniform guide to New York evidence, our judiciary is taking needed steps to modernize and become more efficient.

  • New York Law Journal

    A New World: The Role of the Presiding Justice

    By Alan Scheinkman, Presiding Justice, Appellate Division, Second Department | January 19, 2018

    Alan Scheinkman, Presiding Justice of the Appellate Division, Second Department, writes: As the court's newest member, I am adjusting to a new way of adjudicating cases. No longer will I be alone in controlling a calendar and a courtroom and acting as sole arbiter of requests for relief. My role now will be to approach cases from the perspective of a reviewing court and to work collaboratively with my new and highly distinguished colleagues to achieve a just result in each appeal that comes before us.

  • New York Law Journal

    Bringing Our Best Traditions Forward

    By Elizabeth A. Garry, Presiding Justice, Appellate Division, Third Department | January 19, 2018

    Elizabeth A. Garry, Presiding Justice of the Appellate Division, Third Department, writes: The New York State Bar Association's Annual Meeting provides an excellent example of what is great about our profession. Attorneys from across New York state and beyond gather as a community of colleagues from vastly different backgrounds, practice areas and professional settings, but with a shared commitment to learning from one another and upholding the highest standards of service and integrity.

  • New York Law Journal

    Oath to Uphold Constitution Is an Active Duty

    By Gerald J. Whalen, Presiding Justice, Appellate Division, Fourth Department | January 19, 2018

    Gerald J. Whalen, Presiding Justice of the Appellate Division, Fourth Department, writes: Our oath to uphold the Constitution is an active duty assignment. Vigilance may not require perfection; nonetheless we are expected to be perfect in our earnestness to fulfill our duty. The promises that have been made require no less.

  • New York Law Journal

    Bar Week Events Underscore Core Values

    By Sharon Stern Gerstman, President, New York State Bar Association | January 19, 2018

    Sharon Stern Gerstman, President of the New York State Bar Association, writes: Our Annual Meeting theme is Connect, Inspire, Learn. We connect with other lawyers from throughout the state (and the world); we are inspired by the passion and the commitment of the many excellent lawyers who will be receiving awards; and we will learn from experts who provide the smorgasbord of cutting-edge CLE that is NYSBA's signature.

  • New York Law Journal

    An Enriching, Valuable and Meaningful Membership

    By Michael Miller, President-elect, New York State Bar Association | January 19, 2018

    Michael Miller, President-elect of the New York State Bar Association, writes: Attending NYSBA's Annual Meeting provides a reminder that we lawyers are part of something special, with a rich tradition of scholarship, problem-solving and an abiding commitment to help the less fortunate.

  • New York Law Journal

    Recent Bills Affecting the Entertainment and Arts Industries

    By Cheryl L. Davis, NYSBA Entertainment, Arts & Sports Law Section | January 19, 2018

    Cheryl L. Davis, Co-Chair of the Diversity Committee of the NYSBA Entertainment, Arts & Sports Law Section, writes: 2017 was eventful on a number of fronts, not least of all in terms of legislation affecting the entertainment and arts industries.

  • New York Law Journal | Analysis

    Lawyers Should Help Lawyers

    By Joel E. Abramson, Chair, NYSBA General Practice Section | January 19, 2018

    Joel E. Abramson, Chair of the NYSBA General Practice Section, writes: The General Practice Section is the section where lawyers in every practice area, regardless of firm size, can get together in order to make their lives as lawyers better and more satisfying.

  • New York Law Journal

    Maintaining Careers and Undertaking New Activities

    By C. Bruce Lawrence, Chair, NYSBA Senior Lawyers Section | January 19, 2018

    The NYSBA Senior Lawyers Section is home to New York's experienced lawyers, age 55+. C. Bruce Lawrence, Chair of the Senior Lawyers Section, outlines the section's Annual Meeting programming and awardees.

  • New York Law Journal

    Keeping Up With the Business Law World

    By Kathleen A. Scott, Chair, NYSBA Business Law Section | January 19, 2018

    Kathleen A. Scott, Chair of the NYSBA Business Law Section, writes: One of the best ways to keep up with the latest developments in the business law field is to join the Business Law Section. The Section encompasses a variety of specialties: banking, insurance, technology and venture law, nonprofit organizations, franchise, bankruptcy, public utility.

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