Lawyers who take on the task of representing unpopular or unorthodox clients and causes are frequently the subject of heated debates and controversies. Such debates and controversies may produce a “chilling effect” on the availability of counsel, where “unpopular or unorthodox clients” are prone to experience much greater difficulties in implementing the constitutional right to … Continued
To the Forum: I am a shareholder in Newtide Corporation and have recently encountered an issue with regard to the company’s general counsel, whom I will refer to as Ms. Weaver. In addition to serving as the company’s general counsel, Ms. Weaver has also represented me individually in matters unrelated to Newtide. A few months … Continued
What an attorney doesn’t understand about the religious practices and customs of their clients can hurt their ability to best represent them. How to overcome that challenge was the subject of a recent program sponsored by the New York State Bar Association’s Committee on Children and the Law and the Family Law Section. The program … Continued
Richard Washington is a solo practitioner in labor and employment law and criminal defense. He entered private practice following a career in the Manhattan District Attorney’s office. He is active in the New York State Bar Association’s Committee on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and the Cannabis Law Section. You are a member of both the … Continued
This article contains the annual review of new legislation amending the Penal Law (PL), Criminal Procedure Law (CPL) and related statutes. The discussion that follows will highlight key provisions of the new laws, and, as such, the reader should review the legislation for specific details. In some instances, where indicated, legislation enacted by both houses … Continued
The Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard defamation trial did more than fill the gossip columns in the tabloids. The case demonstrated the expanded use and power of social media — often by third parties not involved in the case. In the latest episode of Miranda Warnings, host David Miranda breaks down the trial and the … Continued
The New York State Bar Association held a webinar this month to break down the new law on the possession of firearms, which went passed in July. “New York’s Red Flag & Conceal Carry Law Changes: Practical Overview of Processes/ Proceedings” was sponsored by the NYSBA Criminal Justice Section, Committee on Children and the Law … Continued
New York State Bar Association president Sherry Levin Wallach was honored to address 25 new citizens during a naturalization ceremony Friday Sept. 16 in Dutchess County. With Dutchess County Supreme Court Justice Christi J. Acker presiding, Dutchess County Clerk Brad Kendall gave the oath of citizenship to the new Americans who came from 19 different … Continued
The New York State Bar Insurance program offers members access to insurance solutions specially designed for NY attorneys. NYSBA membership now gives you access to a suite of insurance products and financial solutions to fit the various aspects of your life and career. These insurance benefits are available only to New York State Bar Association … Continued
The New York State Bar Association, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, and Hofstra’s School of Engineering and Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship will host a virtual National Legal Innovation Tournament on Oct. 7. The interdisciplinary tournament will bring together law and computer science students from across the country to compete to design apps … Continued