By Deepankar Mukerji, Chair, Elder Law and Special Needs Section | January 14, 2022
Deepankar Mukerji, Chair of the NYSBA Elder Law and Special Needs Section, writes: The current labor shortage is dangerous for the elderly and frail populations. As the state begins to address this issue and search for responses to the crisis, we will be monitoring the actions and proposals closely.
By Edward Lenci, Chair, International Section | January 14, 2022
Edward Lenci, Chair of the NYSBA International Section, provides a review of the various efforts by the section on a range of topics including ESG compliance, cybersecurity and data privacy, international litigation and arbitration, international tax, trusts, and estates planning, to name just a few.
By Hon. Denise Hartman, Presiding Member, Judicial Section | January 14, 2022
Hon. Denise Hartman, Presiding Member of the NYSBA Judicial Section, writes: We need to take care to be as safe as we can while we increase in-person proceedings and activities, but it is imperative that we do so if we are to really hear and understand each other as we work toward resolution of issues of disagreement.
By Sarah Gold, chair, General Practice Section | January 14, 2022
Sarah Gold, chair of the NYSBA General Practice Section, writes: There are already financial issues that people face in seeking their day in court; a lack of technology should not be a barrier as well.
By Christopher R. Riano, Chair, LGBTQ Law Section | January 14, 2022
Christopher R. Riano, Chair of the NYSBA LGBTQ Law Section, writes: According to the latest available data, over 35% of our section membership identifies as allies of the LGBTQ community. This data point speaks volumes about the importance of elevating all voices in the legal community when it comes to championing a broad and inclusive definition of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
By Michael Kenneally, chair, Local and State Government Law Section | January 14, 2022
Michael Kenneally, chair of the NYSBA Local and State Government Law Section, writes: An engaged and informed public presents local governments with an opportunity to reimagine public participation in government.
By Michelle H. Wildgrube, Chair, Real Property Law Section | January 14, 2022
Michelle H. Wildgrube, Chair of the NYSBA Real Property Law Section, describes what can be expected from the section's programs at this year's Annual Meeting.
By Michael O'Brien, Chair, Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section | January 14, 2022
Michael O'Brien, Chair of the NYSBA Torts, Insurance & Compensation Law Section, talks about how the section has weathered the pandemic and provided leadership in the face of changes to the Uniform Rules.
By William S. Friedlander, Chair, Trial Lawyers Section | January 14, 2022
William S. Friedlander, Chair of the NYSBA Trial Lawyers Section, writes: In a post-pandemic world, we will rely more heavily on technology, and the next generation of legal professionals will need to understand its potential better than lawyers today do.
By Sheryl B. Galler, Chair, Women in Law Section | January 14, 2022
Sheryl B. Galler, Chair of the NYSBA Women in Law Section, writes: Join us to celebrate women who fight for equality, leverage their networks to help others, and support each other's goals, and to show appreciation to persons of all genders who have been allies and champions in these important efforts.
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