Gov. Andrew Cuomo has extended his executive order for another 30 days that temporarily tolls all statutes of limitations during the coronavirus public health crisis. The latest order extends through June 6. Cuomo’s order tolls “any specific time limit for the commencement, filing, or service of any legal action, notice, motion, or other process or … Continued
Libby and Kerry talk to Dr. Tara Shelby, N.D. about being physically addicted to stress, what happens in the body, and how it affects overall wellbeing. They also discuss what type of treatments are most effective for lawyers breaking the cycle.
Skype for Business is the only supported video conferencing platform the New York state courts are authorized to use during the current pandemic.
On May 7, 2020, Governor Andrew Cuomo issued Executive Order 202.28 invoking new powers from a law passed to combat the COVID-19 pandemic to temporarily suspend or modify laws necessary to assist or aid in coping with a declared State disaster emergency. On March 3, 2020, the Governor signed into law legislation that expanded his … Continued
The interests of justice are not well served if New York law does not enjoy consistency in both state and federal courts. Fortunately, through use of the certification process, the Second Circuit and the Court of Appeals have minimized the possibility of competing views on New York law.
Libby and Kerry talk with Stephen Gallagher and C. Bruce Lawrence about the role meaning and purpose play for senior lawyers. They also talk about the need for the legal profession to have a serious dialogue about utilizing the skills of attorneys currently in the workforce that are age 55 and up as well as finding ways to create forums that would enable young lawyers to meet with experienced lawyers.
Members of the global business community regularly designate New York as the forum for resolving their disputes and select New York law as the governing law in their contracts in order to bring predictability and certainty to their commercial arrangements.
With plans for stay-at-home orders being relaxed in New York and unemployment claims continuing to increase due to the COVID-19 health crisis, the New York State Bar Association is continuing to advocate on behalf of its 70,000 members and provide assistance to the citizens of New York.
Topic: Attorney Trust Accounts; Deposit of Estate Funds in Attorney Trust Accounts
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