Requiring all police officers to have college degrees, a professional license and liability insurance are among the many innovative recommendations included in the comprehensive report.
The New York State Bar Association and the profession must reflect and reimagine how to safeguard and strengthen our futures.
I can attest that not only is NYSBA is a tireless advocate for career development, legal ethics, and even health and wellness for its members, but strongly lends its voice to broader issues of civil rights and social justice.
Today’s vote moves New York one step closer to dismantling the systemic discrimination inherent in our current criminal justice system.
Chief Judge Robert Katzmann was known for his brilliant legal mind, dedication to the rule of law and devotion to the next generation.
Lawmakers appear to have struck a deal surrounding the “Less is More” Act, a crucial piece of legislation reforming the State’s broken parole system and one of the association’s top legislative priorities.
The New York State Senate has confirmed the governor’s nominations of Madeline Singas and Judge Anthony “Tony” Cannataro to the New York State Court of Appeals where they will serve 14-year terms.
The New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) and the Osaka Bar Association (OBA) entered a “Memorandum of Friendship” during a virtual event on the evening of June 4 (June 5 in Osaka). The accord formalizes the relationship the two associations. Kazuto Yamamoto, chair of OBA’s International Committee, was master of ceremonies for the signing. Seiji … Continued
How we preserve our First Amendment rights to freedom of speech while battling the spread of conspiracy theories, rumors and lies requires a multi-faceted approach, which will be examined by three expert panels.
Christopher R. Riano is the first openly LGBTQ member named as a commissioner to the New York State Gaming Commission, after serving as the first openly LGBTQ person to serve as general counsel of the New York State Liquor Authority.