The Legal Intelligencer | Commentary
By Daniel E. Cummins | May 2, 2024
As another high school mock trial season comes to a close, here are some reflections on lessons that mock trial students learn that can also be applied by real attorneys to real life trials in order to improve their presentation skills in the courtroom.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By ALM Staff | May 1, 2024
Leaders of the bench and bar discuss civic engagement and what lawyers can do to promote and protect democracy.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Jerry H. Goldfeder | May 1, 2024
Bar associations and a variety of civic groups across the country are working overtime to preserve our democratic norms and the rule of law—and these efforts are deep and broad.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Joseph A. Zayas | May 1, 2024
Understanding how elections work is essential to any basic understanding of how democracies function. But New Yorkers, in my experience, know very little about how judges are chosen in our state, even though most people appreciate that the courts have a profound impact on their lives.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Frederick P. Schaffer | May 1, 2024
Consolidating city elections with races for president or governor is the easiest way to increase the number of New Yorkers voting in races for key city offices. Not only will this dramatically boost voter turnout, it will lead to a more diverse, inclusive electorate.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Hector D. LaSalle | May 1, 2024
The ability to exchange ideas with others around the globe in real time is a technological marvel that has provided the world with considerable positive outcomes. Conversely, the digital world has also provided society with situations not immediately apparent in 1996.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Elizabeth A. Garry | May 1, 2024
The authority and legitimacy of courts to resolve legal disputes lies at the very heart of the democracy that we shape through our vote.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Joanna Zdanys and Marina Pino | May 1, 2024
New York's Public Campaign Finance Program, which boosts the value of constituents' small campaign donations with government funding, is in effect for the first time for the 2024 state legislative elections. This is an investment in civic participation at a time when American democracy really needs it.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Norman St. George | May 1, 2024
As a court system, we must educate the public and our youth about the role of the Judiciary and the importance of our courts in our democratic system of government.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Richard C. Lewis | May 1, 2024
When more young people vote and get involved, more people listen to their voices. Part of the problem is that Americans—especially young voters—are overwhelmingly not informed about civics and how our government works.
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