Day Pitney Partner Beth Sher Sworn In as Federal Bar President

Elizabeth J. (Beth) Sher, a Day Pitney litigation partner and firm general counsel, was sworn in as the president of the Association of the Federal Bar of New Jersey for the 2021-22 term at a hybrid ceremony on June 22. Sher will serve as a member of the executive committee that works with the executive director and the board of trustees. Her presidency will also be recognized at the organization's annual Brennan Award Reception in September 2021. "I look forward to leading the AFBNJ as their President, and continuing the important work of the Association in bringing together lawyers and judges to foster cooperation, collaboration, and education for the benefit of the federal family," said Sher in a statement. As a trial and appellate lawyer, she handles complex commercial litigation, professional liability disputes, directors and officers liability defense, and consumer class action defense. Since May 2018, Sher has served as the firm's general counsel, assisting the firm's management and personnel with conflicts and ethics issues, risk management and compliance, contract review, and other legal matters. The AFBNK is now celebrating its 50th anniversary.