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Former Chair of NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission Meenakshi Srinivasan Joins Kramer Levin

Patricia Kane | September 21, 2018

And other announcements of recent hirings and promotions of New York attorneys.

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Court Notes

Patricia Kane | September 18, 2018

CourtNotes, offered exclusively by the New York Law Journal, is a comprehensive listing of news and updates from the Federal, State and Appellate Courts. CourtNotes is updated on a daily basis to bring you the most current information happening in the New York Courts today.

In Brief

Former SCOTUS Law Clerk Matthew Shapiro Joins Faculty at Hofstra Law

Patricia Kane | September 14, 2018

And other announcements of recent hirings and promotions of New York attorneys.

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Slideshow: A Somber Remembrance in the Fog and Mist

David Handschuh | September 11, 2018

Several hundred New York City court officers, wearing their dress uniforms or kilts, marched on Centre Street near Foley Square to commemorate the 17th anniversary of the World Trade Center attack.

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Law Department Adds 78 New Attorneys

Susan DeSantis | September 06, 2018

Corporation Counsel Zachary W. Carter announced that the Law Department hired 35 Family Court attorneys and 24 attorneys in the Tort Division in August. Another 19 new attorneys started Tuesday.

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Former Legal Aid Head Seymour James Joins Growing Barket Epstein

Colby Hamilton | September 04, 2018

The boutique criminal defense and civil rights firm also announced the addition of John LoTurco in Suffolk County, adding substantial depth to the firm in both New York City and on Long Island.

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He's a Constant Presence in the Courtroom But From Under the Bench

Susan DeSantis | August 30, 2018

No matter how boring he may find the testimony, Barney never barks or complains.

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Herb Rubin, Who Argued ‘World-wide Volkswagen,’ Isn’t Ready to Retire at Age 100

Susan DeSantis | August 27, 2018

You know Herb Rubin. He argued that U.S. Supreme Court case you analyzed in law school.

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LGBT Bar Association’s Annual Lavender Law Conference

Staff | August 14, 2018

The National LGBT Bar Association held its 30th annual Lavender Law Conference and Career Fair at the Marriott Marquis hotel last week.

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Chief Judge Opens Walk-in "Legal Hand" Storefronts in the Bronx

Staff | August 03, 2018

Chief Judge Janet DiFiore along with court and local officials announced the launch of Legal Hand storefront centers in the Bronx neighborhoods of Highbridge and Tremont.

Remembering Judge César Quiñones

Joseph R. Erazo and Carmen Beauchamp Ciparick | August 03, 2018

He liked to say that he played on the same bandstands as Tito Puente and Eddie Palmieri—just not at the same time.

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Thomas Dickerson, Former Appellate Justice, 2nd Department, Dies at 74

Susan DeSantis | July 30, 2018

Former Second Department Justice Thomas Dickerson, who turned cases representing travelers whose dream vacations went awry into the field we now know as travel law, died July 26 at age 74.

Akshay Belani Joins Stroock From Morgan Lewis

Adele Carter | July 30, 2018

And other announcements of recent hirings and promotions of New York attorneys.

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Her Justice 2018 Red Party

Staff | July 24, 2018

The Her Justice 2018 Red Party on July 18 welcomed nearly 400 guests and raised a recordbreaking $190,000 for free legal help for women living in poverty in New York City.

Cheryl Ginsburg Promoted to Partner at Zingman & Associates

Adele Carter | July 18, 2018

And other announcements of recent hirings and promotions for New York attorneys.

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Retired Judge Robert G.M. Keating Has Died at 76

MP McQueen | July 16, 2018

Judge Keating, who also was credited with creating the first community court in the U.S. for low-level and drug offenses, died on July 14 at age 76, according to Fairchild Sons Funeral Home in Garden City, N.Y.

Avi Schick Joins Troutman Sanders

Adele Carter | July 09, 2018

And other announcements of recent hirings and promotions of New York attorneys.

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"Greetings From Coney Island" Exhibition Opens at Eastern District Courthouse Gallery

Staff | July 05, 2018

"Greetings from Coney Island," a group photography exhibition, opened at the Honorable Charles P. Sifton Gallery at the Eastern District courthouse in Brooklyn on June 28.

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City Bar's Annual Diversity & Inclusion Celebration Dinner

Staff | July 03, 2018

The New York City Bar Association honored Sheila Kearney Davidson, John Mbiti and Susan Shin with Diversity Champion Awards at its annual Diversity & Inclusion Celebration Dinner on June 27.

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Annual Pride Reception and Arthur S. Leonard Award

Staff | July 02, 2018

New York City Bar Association held its Annual Pride Reception and Arthur S. Leonard Award.

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Latino Judges Association Held Its Annual Meeting

Staff | June 29, 2018

Members of the Latino Judges Association gathered at the New York City Bar Association for their annual meeting.

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Municipal Affairs Awards at City Bar

Staff | June 29, 2018

The City Bar presented its Municipal Affairs Awards to five assistant corporation counsel in the New York City Law Department.

Letter to the Editor

The Legacy of Dean Nicholas W. Allard

John M. Leventhal | June 25, 2018

Dean Allard spearheaded progressive initiatives such as an accelerated two-year J.D. program that allows top students to enter the work place earlier.

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Judith S. Kaye Program: Conversations on Women and the Law

Staff | June 25, 2018

Women pioneers in New York legal history and women lawyers today was the subject of the City Bar Association's program.

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Legal Services NYC’s ‘Jazz for Justice’ Benefit

Staff | June 25, 2018

Legal Services NYC recognized immigration advocates at its annual benefit last week at Cipriani 42nd Street.

Emily Kirsch and Paul Niehaus Open Boutique Firm, Kirsch & Niehaus

Adele Carter | June 22, 2018

And other announcements of recent hirings, promotions and firm openings involving New York attorneys.

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Timothy Driscoll Awarded ‘Judge of the Year’ by Long Beach Lawyers Association

Staff | June 22, 2018

The Long Beach Lawyers Association presented its Judge of the Year award during reception held at The Sands on Lido Beach.

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David Oddo Sworn in as Next NYSTLA President

Andrew Denney | June 21, 2018

David Oddo of Okun, Oddo & Babbat was sworn in as the 51st president of the New York State Trial Lawyers Association.

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Siffert Honored by American Friends of the Hebrew University

Staff | June 21, 2018

John Siffert, a founding partner of Lankler, Siffert & Wohl, was honored by American Friends of the Hebrew University at its annual award luncheon at Cipriani 42nd Street.

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The Seventh Annual Real Estate Rockers in Relief Concert

David Handschuh | June 18, 2018

Employees of seven prominent New York real estate firms performed last week at Irving Plaza to raise money for a volunteer organization NECHAMA.

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ACLU, NYCLU Honor Couple at Center of ‘Masterpiece Cakeshop’ Court Fight

Andrew Denney | David Handschuh | June 18, 2018

New York Civil Liberties Union and the American Civil Liberties Union held their annual cocktail reception to highlight the groups’ advocacy for the LGBTQ community.

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City Bar Association’s Legal Services Awards

Staff | June 18, 2018

The New York City Bar Association has named the recipients of its Annual Legal Services Awards, which give recognition to attorneys and non-attorneys who provide outstanding legal assistance to New York’s poor.

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Art Show at Family Court

David Handschuh | June 18, 2018

Manhattan Family Court opened its doors for an art exhibition showcasing a wide variety of media and styles.

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Three Honored at Sanctuary’s “Zero Tolerance” Benefit

Staff | June 15, 2018

Members of New York City’s philanthropic, legal, social justice, civic and business communities gathered last week at the annual gala hosted by Sanctuary for Families.

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Henry L. Stimson Medal Award Presentation at NY City Bar

Staff | June 15, 2018

Presented annually to outstanding assistant U.S. attorneys in the Southern District and in the Eastern District of New York, the medal is awarded in honor of Henry L. Stimson, who served as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District from 1906-1909 and as president of the association from 1937 to 1939.

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Irish American Bar Holds 'Bloomsday' Celebration

David Handschuh | June 13, 2018

The Irish American Bar Association of New York celebrated life and times of Irish author James Joyce at Federal Hall on Wall Street on Monday.

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Champions of Justice Honored by the National Lawyers Guild

Staff | June 13, 2018

The New York City Chapter of the National Lawyers Guild held its annual dinner and award ceremony at the Angel Orensanz Center for the Arts last week.

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New York Law Journal Announces In-House Winners

Susan DeSantis | June 12, 2018

This contest recognizes outstanding work performed by in-house legal departments over the past year.

New York Law Journal Announces Distinguished Leaders

Susan DeSantis | June 12, 2018

The New York Law Journal congratulates its 2018 Distinguished Leaders.

Former Assistant U.S. Attorney Ryan Wilson Joins Lowenstein Sandler

Adele Carter | June 11, 2018

And other announcements of recent hirings and promotions of New York attorneys.

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Judge Pauley Honored at Honorable John E. Sprizzo Reception

David Handschuh | June 08, 2018

The Honorable John E. Sprizzo Reception, hosted by St. John’s University Law School Dean Michael Simons and the Manhattan Alumni Chapter, was held on June 6.

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Judge Daniels Honored by NYC Legal Referral Network

Staff | June 06, 2018

Southern District Judge George Daniels was honored by the New York City Legal Referral Network at its fourth annual Lifetime Achievement ceremony on Monday.

Brehon Law Society at Caren Aronowitz Unity in Diversity Day

Staff | June 05, 2018

The Brehon Law Society of New York participated in the 15th Annual Caren Aronowitz Unity in Diversity Day at Manhattan Supreme Court on Friday. The society joined over 20 organizations to celebrate diversity in the courts.

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New York City Bar Association Honors Ron Younkins

David Handschuh | June 01, 2018

A cocktail reception was held at the New York City Bar Association on Wednesday in honor of Ron Younkins, the Office of Court Administration’s executive director who retired this month after nearly 40 years in public service.

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2018 Kathryn A. McDonald Awards

David Handschuh | June 01, 2018

The New York City Bar Association presented this year’s Kathryn A. McDonald Awards for excellence in service to the Family Court during a well attended reception at the City Bar on Wednesday.

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New State Bar Association President Sees Tremendous Opportunity for Growth

Susan DeSantis | May 31, 2018

"There are a lot of lawyer jokes, but when people are in trouble and need help, they don’t call comedians – they call us."

Barton Adds Steven Ebert, Erwin Lontok and Julia Maxfield as Partners

Patricia Kane | May 30, 2018

And other announcements of recent hirings and promotions of New York attorneys.

Dunnington Bartholow & Miller Adds Fashion Lawyer Olivera Medenica as Partner

Patricia Kane | May 25, 2018

And other announcements of recent hirings and promotions of New York attorneys.

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City Bar Association Hosts Ginsburg Lecture

Staff | May 25, 2018

The New York City Bar Association held its annual Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Distinguished Lecture on Women and the Law on Tuesday.

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Metropolitan Black Bar Association 34th Anniversary Gala

Staff | May 25, 2018

The Metropolitan Black Bar Association 34th anniversary awards gala took place on May 18 at Pier Sixty in Manhattan.