By Fern Finkel, Chair, Elder Law and Special Needs Section | January 11, 2024
Fern Finkel, chair of the Elder Law and Special Needs Section, writes: This year, 11 of our executive committee section members have seats on Governor Kathy Hochul's Master Plan on Aging, enabling us to further contribute to the roadmap for resolving some of the issues that confront our seniors and persons with special needs.
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By Jeffrey K. Anderson, Chair, Dispute Resolution Section | January 11, 2024
Jeffrey K. Anderson, chair of the Dispute Resolution Section, writes: I submit that mediation as a means of seeking justice has proven itself when compared to trial by jury as a mechanism worthy of co-equal stature. Its success, offering the unique benefit of self-determination, is not disputed.
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By Lisa Hayes, Chair, Health Law Section | January 11, 2024
Lisa Hayes, chair of the Health Law Section, writes: Changes to accreditation requirements, policy changes to abolish the race-based practice of medicine and expansion of innovative methods for service delivery to ensure racial justice will all work to impact the expanding role and responsibilities of health care attorneys.
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By Robert E. Brown, Chair, General Practice Section | January 11, 2024
Robert E. Brown, chair of the General Practice Section, writes: The annual meeting is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals to learn about the latest developments and trends in the legal profession. Attendees will have the chance to network and engage with their peers and experts in the field.
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By Yvonne Hennessey, Chair, Environmental and Energy Law Section | January 11, 2024
Yvonne Hennessey, chair of the Environmental and Energy Law Section, writes: Given the importance of this guidance and the Section's interests in the just, equitable and sustainable implementation of the CLCPA, EELS brought together members that have diverse collective expertise in environmental and energy law and the complex issues that have historically affected disadvantaged communities in the state as a result of greenhouse gas and co-pollutant air emissions.
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By Leah Nowotarski, Chair, Criminal Justice Section | January 11, 2024
Leah Nowotarski, chair of the Criminal Justice Section, writes: Mental health is the hottest topic in criminal justice. For far too long, it has not been given the attention that it deserves. Finally forced to confront it, how should the criminal justice system deal with it?
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By Joy Echer, Chair, Corporate Counsel Section | January 11, 2024
Joy Echer, chair of the Corporate Counsel Section, writes: I believe that good leaders nurture individual talents and strengths, and gently encourage each member to make positive contributions to the Section. Leadership is about success as a whole, and each member of an EC must individually determine the extent of his/her commitment, involvement and ability to contribute.
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By Gail Ehrlich, Co-Chair, Committee on Law, Youth and Citizenship | January 11, 2024
Gail Ehrlich, co-chair of the Committee on Law, Youth and Citizenship, writes: Recognizing that civics education is crucial to the rule of law and the preservation of our democracy—that a lack of a civically educated and involved citizenry is a threat to judicial independence, separation of powers and constitutional principles—we felt obliged, as the largest voluntary state association of lawyers in the nation, to face the crisis head on.
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By Anne E. Sekel, Chair, Commercial and Federal Litigation Section | January 11, 2024
Anne E. Sekel, chair of the Commercial and Federal Litigation Section, writes: The Commercial and Federal Litigation Section (ComFed) just concluded a wonderful and productive 35th anniversary year. Throughout this momentous time, ComFed found numerous ways to honor its distinguished past and plan for a vibrant future.
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By Cecilia Oyediran, Chair, Cannabis Law Section | January 11, 2024
Cecilia Oyediran, chair of the Cannabis Law Section, writes: Looking ahead, the future of the regulated cannabis marketplace in New York appears promising but with lingering challenges, and there will undoubtedly be many issues for legal practitioners to navigate.
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