The legal system has never been quick to embrace change. Whether it is electronic research, electronic filing, video depositions or artificial intelligence, most of the legal system will be dragged into the future kicking, screaming and holding on to whatever antiquated methods it can sink its claws into. This is, of course, true not just … Continued
When I was asked to write an essay for this special Juneteenth issue I was honored and immediately thought how very fortunate I am to have found a career that has brought me professional fulfillment. New York Upbringing I was raised by a strong hard working single mother in Bedford Stuyvesant and East New York. Mom … Continued
From assigned counsel rates, to the repeal of Judiciary law 470, and Clean Slate, the Miranda Warnings Roundtable dissects the wins and losses of the session which just wrapped up this week. Listen to the podcast with David Miranda, Liz Benjamin and Vin Bonventre here or watch the video on You Tube.
The New York State Bar Association is recommending that the state’s town and village courts be consolidated into district courts and that non-lawyers no longer be allowed to serve as judges. “It is necessary for our legal system to be constantly re-evaluated,” said Richard Lewis, president of the New York State Bar Association. “We need … Continued
Richard Lewis, president of the New York State Bar Association, issued the following statement about the passage today of Clean Slate legislation: “The New York State Bar Association has been working with legislators to make it easier for former offenders to lead full, productive lives after they have paid their debts to society. The Clean … Continued
As the legal profession emerges from the pandemic, Binghamton attorney Richard C. Lewis is launching his ambitious agenda to reshape the New York State Bar Association to better assist lawyers and improve the lives of struggling New Yorkers.Lewis, who has been the association’s president-elect for the past year, officially takes over the top spot today … Continued
At the urging of the New York State Bar Association, the state Legislature passed a bill lifting the burdensome requirement to have sworn documents notarized in a civil court case, bringing New York in conformance with federal requirements. If the bill is signed into law, it would reduce costs for New Yorkers and make it … Continued
Working long, solitary hours is often viewed as part and parcel of being in the legal profession. However, professionals are increasingly reporting high rates of exhaustion and burnout. Increasing productivity and efficiency in how you spend your time as a legal professional is important for several reasons, including cost savings, creating a competitive advantage, increased job … Continued
NYSBA past presidents and honored guests toast the start of Dick Lewis’ presidency: (L-R) Michael E. Getnick (2009-2010); Hon. Elizabeth Garry, Presiding Justice, Third Department; M. Catherine Richardson (1996-1997); Kathryn Grant Madigan (2007-2008); Dick Lewis (2023-2024); Sherry Levin Wallach (2022-2023); T. Andrew Brown (2021-2022); Glen Lau-Kee (2014-2015); David Miranda (2015-2016) _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ As the legal … Continued
Incoming New York State Bar Association President Dick Lewis views his new role as an opportunity to help remove the hurdles that prevent lawyers around the state from fully realizing their potential to succeed professionally while serving clients and expanding access to justice. That includes everything from contradictory court rules to onerous requirements for notaries … Continued