http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/New York Law Journal - This Week's NewsNew York Law Journal - This Week's News http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/nine-lawyer-labor--employment-team-joins-maynard-nexsen-from-constangy-in-midwest-and-northeast/Nine-Lawyer Labor & Employment Team Joins Maynard Nexsen From Constangy In Midwest And Northeasthttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972441392/0/nylj-news~NineLawyer-Labor-Employment-Team-Joins-Maynard-Nexsen-From-Constangy-In-Midwest-And-Northeast/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/nine-lawyer-labor--employment-team-joins-maynard-nexsen-from-constangy-in-midwest-and-northeast/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:52:37 EST]]>Group includes five shareholders, two counsel and two associates in New York City, New Jersey and St. Louis.

       
]]> New York Law JournalThomas Spigolonhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972442103/0/nylj-news.jpgLaw Firm Hiring/Law Firm Strategy /Law Firms - Mid Size/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/68/36/7bbd0a244063a9eb40d03e043b00/daibo-cabrera-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Group includes five shareholders, two counsel and two associates in New York City, New Jersey and St. Louis.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/trumps-lawyers-press-ny-appeals-court-to-overturn-hush-money-conviction-/Trump's Lawyers Press NY Appeals Court to Overturn 'Hush Money' Convictionhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972438911/0/nylj-news~Trumps-Lawyers-Press-NY-Appeals-Court-to-Overturn-Hush-Money-Conviction/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/trumps-lawyers-press-ny-appeals-court-to-overturn-hush-money-conviction-/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:36:35 EST]]>A New York appellate panel pressed attorneys over the role federal election law played in President Donald Trump's criminal prosecution as he seeks to overturn his conviction.

       
]]> New York Law JournalEmily Saulhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/954092483/0/nylj-news.jpgWhite Collar Crime/Cases and Courts/Criminal Law/Election and Political Law/Litigation/Litigators/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/a6/d3/d03ba7aa4d76a9aab9bfa09a411f/robert-giuffra-jr-767x505.jpg ]]>A New York appellate panel pressed attorneys over the role federal election law played in President Donald Trump's criminal prosecution as he seeks to overturn his conviction.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/boutique-law-firm-sanctioned-for-shameful-malpractice-suit-against-thompson-hine/Boutique Law Firm Sanctioned For 'Shameful' Malpractice Suit Against Thompson Hinehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972435902/0/nylj-news~Boutique-Law-Firm-Sanctioned-For-Shameful-Malpractice-Suit-Against-Thompson-Hine/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/boutique-law-firm-sanctioned-for-shameful-malpractice-suit-against-thompson-hine/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:17:33 EST]]>A New York judge slammed boutique firm Bochner Law for filing what he called a "frivolous," "shocking" and "egregious" malpractice suit against Thompson Hine and then including a fake citation in its...

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]]> New York Law JournalRyan Harroffhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972435707/0/nylj-news.jpgLegal Ethics and Attorney Discipline/Artificial Intelligence/Banking and Finance/Law Firms - Large/Law Firms - Mid Size/Law Firms - Small/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/79/88/cda821c44bf08cc863fa6bae4e8b/new-york-state-supreme-court-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>A New York judge slammed boutique firm Bochner Law for filing what he called a "frivolous," "shocking" and "egregious" malpractice suit against Thompson Hine and then including a fake citation in its...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/ny-court-says-government-inaction-can-support-whistleblower-retaliation-claim/NY Court Says Government Inaction Can Support Whistleblower Retaliation Claimhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972434804/0/nylj-news~NY-Court-Says-Government-Inaction-Can-Support-Whistleblower-Retaliation-Claim/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/ny-court-says-government-inaction-can-support-whistleblower-retaliation-claim/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:46:21 EST]]>The Appellate Division, Third Department in Albany reinstated former Roosevelt Island Operating Corp. President and CEO Susan Rosenthal's claim that she was fired after repeatedly raising concerns...

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]]> New York Law JournalBrian Leehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/923843594/0/nylj-news.jpgCivil Appeals/Labor Law/State and Local Government/News https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2021/03/Third-Department_Albany_web-3b.jpg ]]>The Appellate Division, Third Department in Albany reinstated former Roosevelt Island Operating Corp. President and CEO Susan Rosenthal's claim that she was fired after repeatedly raising concerns...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/cornell-sex-assault-plaintiff-braces-for-multiple-dismissal-motions/Cornell Sex Assault Plaintiff Braces for Multiple Dismissal Motionshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972434315/0/nylj-news~Cornell-Sex-Assault-Plaintiff-Braces-for-Multiple-Dismissal-Motions/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/cornell-sex-assault-plaintiff-braces-for-multiple-dismissal-motions/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:31:57 EST]]>A Jane Doe plaintiff is seeking two additional months to oppose former Cornell student Diego Sarabia's dismissal bid, telling a Manhattan judge she expects numerous defendants to file similar motions...

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]]> New York Law JournalBrian Leehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972434660/0/nylj-news.jpgLitigation/Personal Injury/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/dd/27/4383bfde48b4a4307b8741828906/gettyimages-2298484863-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>A Jane Doe plaintiff is seeking two additional months to oppose former Cornell student Diego Sarabia's dismissal bid, telling a Manhattan judge she expects numerous defendants to file similar motions...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/law--life-joel-cohen-reviews-law-story-by-bennett-l-gershman/Law & Life: Joel Cohen Reviews 'Law Story' by Bennett L. Gershmanhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972431522/0/nylj-news~Law-Life-Joel-Cohen-Reviews-Law-Story-by-Bennett-L-Gershman/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/law--life-joel-cohen-reviews-law-story-by-bennett-l-gershman/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:59:46 EST]]>Cohen postulates that this "compelling" and "excellent" novel about a law professor is "semi-autobiographical," as author Gershman has been a professor of law at Pace University's Elisabeth Haub...

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]]> New York Law JournalJoel Cohenhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972431519/0/nylj-news.jpgBook Reviews/Commentary https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/2b/07/8c1f7cd943209a2e565dc4f792cc/law-story-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Cohen postulates that this "compelling" and "excellent" novel about a law professor is "semi-autobiographical," as author Gershman has been a professor of law at Pace University's Elisabeth Haub...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/the-ftc-will-see-you-in-federal-court-implications-of-the-ftcs-new-direct-to-litigation-approach-for-merging-parties/The FTC Will See You in (Federal) Court: Implications of the FTC's New Direct-to-Litigation Approach for Merging Partieshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972418511/0/nylj-news~The-FTC-Will-See-You-in-Federal-Court-Implications-of-the-FTCs-New-DirecttoLitigation-Approach-for-Merging-Parties/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/the-ftc-will-see-you-in-federal-court-implications-of-the-ftcs-new-direct-to-litigation-approach-for-merging-parties/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:28:03 EST]]>The FTC's Henkel challenge marked a shift from its longstanding practice of combining federal-court litigation with an internal administrative case. Citing constitutional concerns, FTC Chair Ferguson...

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]]> New York Law JournalKenneth Schwartz and Karen Hoffman Lenthttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/909493304/0/nylj-news.jpgAntitrust/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2023/03/Screen-Shot-2019-01-04-at-9.21.42-AM-767x633-1.jpg ]]>The FTC's Henkel challenge marked a shift from its longstanding practice of combining federal-court litigation with an internal administrative case. Citing constitutional concerns, FTC Chair Ferguson...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/when-is-an-installment-contract-really-an-installment-contract/When Is an Installment Contract Really an Installment Contract?https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972417227/0/nylj-news~When-Is-an-Installment-Contract-Really-an-Installment-Contract/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/when-is-an-installment-contract-really-an-installment-contract/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:02:52 EST]]>The article argues that UCC §2-612 defines installment contracts by separate deliveries and acceptance, without requiring separate proof of intent. However, courts may still consider intent,...

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]]> New York Law JournalJenna Gabayhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972417122/0/nylj-news.jpgContracts/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/296/2022/02/Deal-Contract.jpg ]]>The article argues that UCC §2-612 defines installment contracts by separate deliveries and acceptance, without requiring separate proof of intent. However, courts may still consider intent,...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/congressional-cage-match-2026-private-equity-squares-off-against-patient-care/Congressional Cage Match 2026: Private Equity Squares Off Against Patient Carehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972416813/0/nylj-news~Congressional-Cage-Match-Private-Equity-Squares-Off-Against-Patient-Care/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/congressional-cage-match-2026-private-equity-squares-off-against-patient-care/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 09:54:08 EST]]>The proposed law would limit private equity's influence over medical practices, aiming to protect patient care while raising concerns about access to funding.

       
]]> New York Law JournalDouglas Nadjari and Chaya Rosenbaumhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972416606/0/nylj-news.jpgHealth Care Law/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/415/2018/07/363-f-hospital-south-africa-nadinehutton-m908260-616x372-BB.jpg ]]>The proposed law would limit private equity's influence over medical practices, aiming to protect patient care while raising concerns about access to funding.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/second-circuit-rejects-challenge-to-settlement-agreement-announced-on-record/Second Circuit Rejects Challenge to Settlement Agreement Announced on Recordhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972413072/0/nylj-news~Second-Circuit-Rejects-Challenge-to-Settlement-Agreement-Announced-on-Record/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/second-circuit-rejects-challenge-to-settlement-agreement-announced-on-record/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 07:59:59 EST]]>The Second Circuit upheld an oral settlement after finding the client had authorized his lawyer to agree to it and the parties intended to be bound without a signed document. The case shows that...

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]]> New York Law JournalThomas E.L. Deweyhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/912613178/0/nylj-news.jpgSettlement and Compromise/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2021/10/Dewey_Thomas-767x633.jpg ]]>The Second Circuit upheld an oral settlement after finding the client had authorized his lawyer to agree to it and the parties intended to be bound without a signed document. The case shows that...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/orrick-adds-fenwick-ip-partner-in-new-york-/Orrick Adds Fenwick IP Partner in New Yorkhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972411050/0/nylj-news~Orrick-Adds-Fenwick-IP-Partner-in-New-York/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/orrick-adds-fenwick-ip-partner-in-new-york-/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 06:59:59 EST]]>Mark Jansen joins Orrick after 15 years with Fenwick & West.

       
]]> New York Law JournalSamson Amorehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972411047/0/nylj-news.jpgLaw Firm Hiring/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/47/c5/2ee5a8cd4b299acd60bc5bcc1454/mark-jansen-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Mark Jansen joins Orrick after 15 years with Fenwick & West.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/state-constitution-prevents-judge-from-serving-on-suny-university-council-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-56a/State Constitution Prevents Judge From Serving on SUNY University Council: Judicial Ethics Opinion 26-56(A)https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972406967/0/nylj-news~State-Constitution-Prevents-Judge-From-Serving-on-SUNY-University-Council-Judicial-Ethics-Opinion-A/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/state-constitution-prevents-judge-from-serving-on-suny-university-council-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-56a/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 05:04:59 EST]]>A judge who is constitutionally barred from holding “another public office or trust may not accept an appointment to serve on the governing council of a university that is part of the State...

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]]> New York Law JournalCommittee on Judicial Ethicshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972406904/0/nylj-news.jpgJudicial Ethics/Judicial Ethics Opinions https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/c1/e5/66b2857445919ed101bfed7537a5/suny-laptop-png767x505.jpg ]]>A judge who is constitutionally barred from holding “another public office or trust may not accept an appointment to serve on the governing council of a university that is part of the State...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/judge-may-sue-litigant-who-filed-fictitious-judgment-against-judge-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-55/Judge May Sue Litigant Who Filed Fictitious ‘Judgment' Against Judge: Judicial Ethics Opinion 26-55https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972406868/0/nylj-news~Judge-May-Sue-Litigant-Who-Filed-Fictitious-lsquoJudgment-Against-Judge-Judicial-Ethics-Opinion/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/05/judge-may-sue-litigant-who-filed-fictitious-judgment-against-judge-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-55/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 04:59:59 EST]]>Provided the judge has a good-faith basis to believe the asserted causes of action are legally proper, a judge may commence a lawsuit in his/her personal capacity for monetary damages against a...

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]]> New York Law JournalCommittee on Judicial Ethicshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972406865/0/nylj-news.jpgJudicial Ethics/Judicial Ethics Opinions https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/90/08/cfecee2d4a919a68580dfbb3d3d7/county-clerk-adobestock-2151673207-jpeg767x505.jpg ]]>Provided the judge has a good-faith basis to believe the asserted causes of action are legally proper, a judge may commence a lawsuit in his/her personal capacity for monetary damages against a...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2024/10/31/thursday-newspaper-389-7242/Thursday Newspaperhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/907877834/0/nylj-news~Thursday-Newspaper/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2024/10/31/thursday-newspaper-389-7242/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 02:00:59 EST]]>Click on the selected day/section to open the New York Law Journal in PDF format.

       
]]> New York Law JournalNew York Law Journalhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972401666/0/nylj-news.jpgPublic Records https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/b0/41/7d8c0acf40e3a8b2650dd523a245/110526-nylj-article-505-767.jpg ]]>Click on the selected day/section to open the New York Law Journal in PDF format.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/ag-james-third-term-could-bring-new-wave-of-state-congressional-investigations/AG James' Third Term Could Bring New Wave of State, Congressional Investigationshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972385997/0/nylj-news~AG-James-Third-Term-Could-Bring-New-Wave-of-State-Congressional-Investigations/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/ag-james-third-term-could-bring-new-wave-of-state-congressional-investigations/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 18:04:42 EST]]>Companies should prepare for overlapping investigations from Democratic state attorneys general and congressional committees following Letitia James' reelection, said ex-Arkansas Attorney General...

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]]> New York Law JournalBrian Leehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/941621810/0/nylj-news.jpgElection and Political Law/Government/State and Local Government/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/9e/4d/574175e74e66bd756f1c1bba98d1/ag-james-10-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Companies should prepare for overlapping investigations from Democratic state attorneys general and congressional committees following Letitia James' reelection, said ex-Arkansas Attorney General...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/who-counts-as-the-ai-provider-under-the-nyc-liability-proposal-/Who Counts as the AI Provider Under the NYC Liability Proposalhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972385727/0/nylj-news~Who-Counts-as-the-AI-Provider-Under-the-NYC-Liability-Proposal/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/who-counts-as-the-ai-provider-under-the-nyc-liability-proposal-/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:58:29 EST]]>Introduced October 8, Int. 1116-2026 would create a private cause of action for certain harms arising from third-party AI misuse.

       
]]> New York Law JournalPouya Shafabakhshhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/971529842/0/nylj-news.jpgArtificial Intelligence https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/2c/aa/6952a9eb4d6790555d9fab3ccd26/pouya-shafabakhsh-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Introduced October 8, Int. 1116-2026 would create a private cause of action for certain harms arising from third-party AI misuse.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/ny-appeals-court-tosses-challenge-to-nyc-pied-a-terre-tax-rollout-/NY Appeals Court Tosses Challenge to NYC Pied-a-Terre Tax Rollouthttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972384983/0/nylj-news~NY-Appeals-Court-Tosses-Challenge-to-NYC-PiedaTerre-Tax-Rollout/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/ny-appeals-court-tosses-challenge-to-nyc-pied-a-terre-tax-rollout-/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:34:46 EST]]>The Appellate Division, Second Department tossed a lawsuit challenging the rollout of New York City's pied-a-terre tax, as two separate challenges seeking to overturn the tax remain pending.

       
]]> New York Law JournalEmily Saulhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972384968/0/nylj-news.jpgLitigation/Cases and Courts/Civil Procedure/Litigators/Legal Services/Real Estate/News https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2023/11/Appellate-Division-Second-Department-45-Monroe-Place-081914-767x633-1.jpg ]]>The Appellate Division, Second Department tossed a lawsuit challenging the rollout of New York City's pied-a-terre tax, as two separate challenges seeking to overturn the tax remain pending.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/in-chasing-goodfellas-a-senior-dechert-lawyer-reflects-on-his-time-prosecuting-the-nyc-mob-in-the-70s-and-80s/In ‘Chasing Goodfellas,' a Senior Dechert Lawyer Reflects on His Time Prosecuting the NYC Mob in the ‘70s and ‘80shttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972384287/0/nylj-news~In-lsquoChasing-Goodfellas-a-Senior-Dechert-Lawyer-Reflects-on-His-Time-Prosecuting-the-NYC-Mob-in-the-lsquos-and-lsquos/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/in-chasing-goodfellas-a-senior-dechert-lawyer-reflects-on-his-time-prosecuting-the-nyc-mob-in-the-70s-and-80s/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:11:19 EST]]>Ed McDonald played himself in the Oscar nominated film and helped Henry Hill enter the witness protection program in real life.

       
]]> New York Law JournalJon Campisihttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972384281/0/nylj-news.jpgCriminal Law/Litigators/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/a0/53/df05a6b9453c8fdc67c77df5f2dc/edward-mcdonald-dechert.jpg ]]>Ed McDonald played himself in the Oscar nominated film and helped Henry Hill enter the witness protection program in real life.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/republican-etan-harris-appears-to-score-rare-judicial-win-in-brooklyn/Republican Etan Harris Appears to Score Rare Judicial Win in Brooklynhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972380837/0/nylj-news~Republican-Etan-Harris-Appears-to-Score-Rare-Judicial-Win-in-Brooklyn/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/republican-etan-harris-appears-to-score-rare-judicial-win-in-brooklyn/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:50:26 EST]]>An apparent Republican upset in a Brooklyn Civil Court race stood out among New York City's 2026 judicial election results, which included contested races in Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island and...

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]]> New York Law JournalEmily Saulhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/971019752/0/nylj-news.jpgElection and Political Law/Cases and Courts/Civil Procedure/Court Administration/Judges/Litigation/Litigators/State and Local Government/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/88/5b/f1cb1bbc46b98c6c52b27d6f3abe/harris-etan767x505.jpg ]]>An apparent Republican upset in a Brooklyn Civil Court race stood out among New York City's 2026 judicial election results, which included contested races in Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island and...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/appellate-justice-clark-hangs-on-as-gop-backed-candidates-score-upstate-supreme-court-wins/Appellate Justice Clark Hangs on as GOP-Backed Candidates Score Upstate Supreme Court Winshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972379265/0/nylj-news~Appellate-Justice-Clark-Hangs-on-as-GOPBacked-Candidates-Score-Upstate-Supreme-Court-Wins/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/appellate-justice-clark-hangs-on-as-gop-backed-candidates-score-upstate-supreme-court-wins/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 14:58:11 EST]]>Third Department Justice Christine Clark won the fourth and final seat in the Fourth Judicial District by 2,584 votes and told the New York Law Journal she now hopes to secure reappointment to the...

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]]> New York Law JournalBrian Leehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972379679/0/nylj-news.jpgElection and Political Law/Judges/State and Local Government/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/1c/72/fd05bf2d472d9620c42420a16494/clark-christine-042414-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Third Department Justice Christine Clark won the fourth and final seat in the Fourth Judicial District by 2,584 votes and told the New York Law Journal she now hopes to secure reappointment to the...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/a-new-era-for-malicious-prosecution-claims/A New Era for Malicious Prosecution Claims?https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972377387/0/nylj-news~A-New-Era-for-Malicious-Prosecution-Claims/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/a-new-era-for-malicious-prosecution-claims/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 14:11:39 EST]]>Courts are increasingly questioning the assumption that prosecutors act in good faith, but civil claims remain difficult because of immunity and other legal hurdles.

       
]]> New York Law JournalCorey Stoughtonhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/953719316/0/nylj-news.jpgLitigation/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/56/8b/d7d9aff145848439476bc0342cfb/corey-stoughton-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Courts are increasingly questioning the assumption that prosecutors act in good faith, but civil claims remain difficult because of immunity and other legal hurdles.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/when-delay-becomes-denial-judicial-extinguishment-and-the-forgotten-purpose-of-the-preliminary-injunction/When Delay Becomes Denial: Judicial Extinguishment and the Forgotten Purpose of the Preliminary Injunctionhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972376310/0/nylj-news~When-Delay-Becomes-Denial-Judicial-Extinguishment-and-the-Forgotten-Purpose-of-the-Preliminary-Injunction/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/when-delay-becomes-denial-judicial-extinguishment-and-the-forgotten-purpose-of-the-preliminary-injunction/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 13:44:59 EST]]>The article explains that courts should grant interim relief when waiting for a final judgment could cause serious harm or make that judgment ineffective, while weighing the interests of everyone...

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]]> New York Law JournalAmanda Szmuchttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/963754475/0/nylj-news.jpegLitigation/Columns/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/91/53/8d6f853448c9b54763c113fdd341/supreme-court-resize-jpeg.jpeg ]]>The article explains that courts should grant interim relief when waiting for a final judgment could cause serious harm or make that judgment ineffective, while weighing the interests of everyone...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/confronting-complexity-and-novelty-in-algorithmic-pricing/Confronting Complexity and Novelty in Algorithmic Pricinghttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972374912/0/nylj-news~Confronting-Complexity-and-Novelty-in-Algorithmic-Pricing/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/confronting-complexity-and-novelty-in-algorithmic-pricing/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 13:30:30 EST]]>The Third Circuit allowed a lawsuit to proceed, finding hotels may have conspired to fix prices by sharing data through pricing software and frequently following its recommendations. The ruling...

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]]> New York Law JournalElai Katzhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972374906/0/nylj-news.jpgAntitrust/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/382/2017/01/ninth_circuit2.jpg ]]>The Third Circuit allowed a lawsuit to proceed, finding hotels may have conspired to fix prices by sharing data through pricing software and frequently following its recommendations. The ruling...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/lawyer-up-big-law-attorneys-prepare-for-congressional-investigations-ma-flurry-following-democratic-landslide/'Lawyer Up': Big Law Attorneys Prepare for Congressional Investigations, M&A Flurry Following Democratic Landslidehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972373505/0/nylj-news~Lawyer-Up-Big-Law-Attorneys-Prepare-for-Congressional-Investigations-MA-Flurry-Following-Democratic-Landslide/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/lawyer-up-big-law-attorneys-prepare-for-congressional-investigations-ma-flurry-following-democratic-landslide/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 13:04:00 EST]]>Congressional investigations work is almost certain to pick up at a rigorous pace. Deal flow may also pick up before the end of year, as some companies look to get deals across the finish line before...

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]]> New York Law JournalAbigail Adcoxhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972372947/0/nylj-news.jpgLaw Firms - Large/Government/Law Firm Partners/Lobbying/Legal Services/Federal Government/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/59/15/fa4178e74d0e9b81b26cacbec0f4/election-stickers-jpeg767x505.jpg ]]>Congressional investigations work is almost certain to pick up at a rigorous pace. Deal flow may also pick up before the end of year, as some companies look to get deals across the finish line before...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/interested-in-contributing-an-article-we-have-a-new-email-for-that/Interested in Contributing an Article? We Have a New Email for Thathttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972372878/0/nylj-news~Interested-in-Contributing-an-Article-We-Have-a-New-Email-for-That/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/interested-in-contributing-an-article-we-have-a-new-email-for-that/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:59:59 EST]]>Attorneys, law firms and legal professionals can submit article ideas and topic proposals to contributedcontent@alm.com, with proposals welcomed on legal practice areas, technology, in-house counsel...

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]]> New York Law JournalLaw.com Staffhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972372863/0/nylj-news.jpgNews https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/be/bb/e2ba79c74552b39d3c2203bcde08/signing-agreement-jpeg767x505.jpg ]]>Attorneys, law firms and legal professionals can submit article ideas and topic proposals to contributedcontent@alm.com, with proposals welcomed on legal practice areas, technology, in-house counsel...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/ex-sidley-associate-becomes-first-gen-z-woman-elected-to-congress/Ex-Sidley Associate Becomes First Gen Z Woman Elected to Congresshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972372155/0/nylj-news~ExSidley-Associate-Becomes-First-Gen-Z-Woman-Elected-to-Congress/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/ex-sidley-associate-becomes-first-gen-z-woman-elected-to-congress/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 00:41:42 EST]]>Melat Kiros had worked at Sidley as a first-year associate in New York for about a year when the law firm terminated her in November 2023 for penning an open letter on Medium titled, "Dear Law Firms."

       
]]> New York Law JournalRyan Harroffhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972372074/0/nylj-news.jpgElection and Political Law/Government/Law Firm Associates/Law Firms - Large/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/53/c9/d823fee94c589ac8e082f311af10/melat-kiros-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Melat Kiros had worked at Sidley as a first-year associate in New York for about a year when the law firm terminated her in November 2023 for penning an open letter on Medium titled, "Dear Law Firms."

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/whos-really-winning-in-middle-market-ma-what-the-latest-surveybook-reveals/Who's Really Winning in Middle-Market M&A? What the Latest SurveyBook Revealshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972349820/0/nylj-news~Whos-Really-Winning-in-MiddleMarket-MA-What-the-Latest-SurveyBook-Reveals/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/whos-really-winning-in-middle-market-ma-what-the-latest-surveybook-reveals/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 11:29:59 EST]]>This is the New York Law Journal's yearly article surrounding Seyfarth's annual mid-year Middle Market M&A Survey.

       
]]> New York Law JournalAndrew Lucano and Brett Muellerhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972349808/0/nylj-news.jpgMergers and Acquisitions/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2024/01/Seyfarth-Atlanta-Sign-767x633.jpg ]]>This is the New York Law Journal's yearly article surrounding Seyfarth's annual mid-year Middle Market M&A Survey.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/litigation-pr-balancing-advocacy-and-risk/Litigation PR: Balancing Advocacy and Riskhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972349376/0/nylj-news~Litigation-PR-Balancing-Advocacy-and-Risk/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/litigation-pr-balancing-advocacy-and-risk/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 11:11:07 EST]]>Litigation PR can support a case by shaping public understanding and protecting a client's reputation. Lawyers should plan communications carefully, engage reporters when useful, and stay quiet when...

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]]> New York Law JournalRobin Davidson and Yvonnie Phan https://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972349361/0/nylj-news.jpgLitigation/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/415/2023/02/05_Paralegal_Judge_Court_Shutter_640x640.jpg ]]>Litigation PR can support a case by shaping public understanding and protecting a client's reputation. Lawyers should plan communications carefully, engage reporters when useful, and stay quiet when...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/time-for-a-change-joseph-bellacosa-reviews-the-second-estate-by-ray-d-madoff/Time for a Change: Joseph Bellacosa Reviews 'The Second Estate' by Ray D. Madoffhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972349256/0/nylj-news~Time-for-a-Change-Joseph-Bellacosa-Reviews-The-Second-Estate-by-Ray-D-Madoff/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/time-for-a-change-joseph-bellacosa-reviews-the-second-estate-by-ray-d-madoff/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 11:08:05 EST]]>"Professor Madoff instructs her class of readers that avoidance of tax responsibility has been trending in the wrong direction for decades, causing malnourishment of the nation's public treasury,...

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]]> New York Law JournalJoseph W. Bellacosahttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972349250/0/nylj-news.jpgBook Reviews/Commentary https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/6f/56/77bf36a8475c932ed5133f00bb2f/the-second-estate-book-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>"Professor Madoff instructs her class of readers that avoidance of tax responsibility has been trending in the wrong direction for decades, causing malnourishment of the nation's public treasury,...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/dirty-defense-tactics-crossing-the-line-part-2/Dirty Defense Tactics: Crossing the Line, Part 2https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972348920/0/nylj-news~Dirty-Defense-Tactics-Crossing-the-Line-Part/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/dirty-defense-tactics-crossing-the-line-part-2/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:59:59 EST]]>In Part 2 of his two-part series, Bob Genis examines how improper defense tactics—including personal attacks, unsworn testimony and appeals to juror sympathy—can undermine a fair trial...

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]]> New York Law JournalRobert J. Genishttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/920064464/0/nylj-news.jpgLitigation Strategy /Litigation/Litigation Strategy /Litigators/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/7e/3b/5e9181fc4463889c0850b04420b0/bg-headshot-2025-767x633.jpg ]]>In Part 2 of his two-part series, Bob Genis examines how improper defense tactics—including personal attacks, unsworn testimony and appeals to juror sympathy—can undermine a fair trial...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/from-well-being-to-impactful-communication-the-hidden-cost-of-burnout/From Well-Being to Impactful Communication: The Hidden Cost of Burnouthttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972348473/0/nylj-news~From-WellBeing-to-Impactful-Communication-The-Hidden-Cost-of-Burnout/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/from-well-being-to-impactful-communication-the-hidden-cost-of-burnout/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:56:08 EST]]>Ioana Good and Denise Robinson explore how burnout undermines lawyers' communication and why prioritizing well-being and authentic strengths can build client trust.

       
]]> New York Law JournalIoana Good and Denise Robinsonhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972348470/0/nylj-news.jpgAttorney Work Life Balance/Attorney Work Life Balance/Law Firm Associates/Law Firm Partners/Commentary https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/6e/5f/8e8f29cd45beb60a330ed6d782e4/good-robinson-jpg767x505-2.jpg ]]>Ioana Good and Denise Robinson explore how burnout undermines lawyers' communication and why prioritizing well-being and authentic strengths can build client trust.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/novo-keeps-winning-its-trademark-cases-it-keeps-losing-the-word/Novo Keeps Winning Its Trademark Cases. It Keeps Losing the Wordhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972347780/0/nylj-news~Novo-Keeps-Winning-Its-Trademark-Cases-It-Keeps-Losing-the-Word/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/novo-keeps-winning-its-trademark-cases-it-keeps-losing-the-word/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:45:14 EST]]>This article examines Novo Nordisk's litigation against sellers of compounded semaglutide products, focusing on trademark claims over the use of “Ozempic and efforts to prevent consumers from...

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]]> New York Law JournalAllen Adamsonhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/961271768/0/nylj-news.jpgLitigation/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/394/2024/07/Ozempic-Pens-767x633.jpg ]]>This article examines Novo Nordisk's litigation against sellers of compounded semaglutide products, focusing on trademark claims over the use of “Ozempic and efforts to prevent consumers from...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/fincens-foreign-bank-subpoena-risks-for-banks-and-payment-businesses/FinCEN's Foreign-Bank Subpoena: Risks for Banks and Payment Businesseshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972344723/0/nylj-news~FinCENs-ForeignBank-Subpoena-Risks-for-Banks-and-Payment-Businesses/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/fincens-foreign-bank-subpoena-risks-for-banks-and-payment-businesses/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:49:49 EST]]>U.S. authorities may increasingly subpoena foreign banks' records, risking heavy penalties, loss of U.S. banking access, exposed customer data, and disrupted payments.

       
]]> New York Law JournalJeffrey Alberts and Aaron Wiltsehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/969455018/0/nylj-news.jpgBanking and Finance Laws/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/416/2023/09/Bank-Teller_2-767x633.jpg ]]>U.S. authorities may increasingly subpoena foreign banks' records, risking heavy penalties, loss of U.S. banking access, exposed customer data, and disrupted payments.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/game-time-decisions-drafting-the-modern-earnout/Game Time Decisions: Drafting the Modern Earnouthttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972344132/0/nylj-news~Game-Time-Decisions-Drafting-the-Modern-Earnout/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/game-time-decisions-drafting-the-modern-earnout/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:35:26 EST]]>Earnouts work best when acquisition agreements clearly define performance metrics, buyer discretion, seller protections, information rights, and dispute procedures. Delaware courts generally enforce...

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]]> New York Law JournalCaitlyn M. Ryan and Tina M. Kassanganahttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972344129/0/nylj-news.jpegFee Disputes/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/7a/e4/9af7dbbe4c699f06de446215c466/cash-buyer.jpeg ]]>Earnouts work best when acquisition agreements clearly define performance metrics, buyer discretion, seller protections, information rights, and dispute procedures. Delaware courts generally enforce...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/judiciary-law-21-first-time-on-appeal-mode-of-proceedings-part-iii/Judiciary Law §21 First Time on Appeal, Mode of Proceedings, Part IIIhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972333539/0/nylj-news~Judiciary-Law-sect-First-Time-on-Appeal-Mode-of-Proceedings-Part-III/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/judiciary-law-21-first-time-on-appeal-mode-of-proceedings-part-iii/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:06:24 EST]]>This is part three of a three-part series.

       
]]> New York Law JournalElliott Scheinberghttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/910316996/0/nylj-news.jpgAppellate Practice/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2021/09/NYLJ-2018-ES-pic-767x633.jpg ]]>This is part three of a three-part series.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/part-time-judge-may-not-obtain-ny-cannabis-branding-license-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-54/Part-Time Judge May Not Obtain NY Cannabis Branding License: Judicial Ethics Opinion 26-54https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972331697/0/nylj-news~PartTime-Judge-May-Not-Obtain-NY-Cannabis-Branding-License-Judicial-Ethics-Opinion/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/part-time-judge-may-not-obtain-ny-cannabis-branding-license-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-54/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 05:04:59 EST]]>A judge may not apply for a cannabis branding license while the sale of recreational marijuana remains a violation of United States federal law.

       
]]> New York Law JournalCommittee on Judicial Ethicshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972331688/0/nylj-news.jpgJudicial Ethics/Judicial Ethics Opinions https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/e7/1c/68855acf4c2199f6c530e903bfc5/adobestock-569133274-editorial-use-only-jpeg767x505.jpg ]]>A judge may not apply for a cannabis branding license while the sale of recreational marijuana remains a violation of United States federal law.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/judge-may-hear-cases-involving-court-officers-fiances-law-firm-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-53/Judge May Hear Cases Involving Court Officer's Fiancé(e)'s Law Firm: Judicial Ethics Opinion 26-53https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972331298/0/nylj-news~Judge-May-Hear-Cases-Involving-Court-Officers-Fianceacutees-Law-Firm-Judicial-Ethics-Opinion/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/04/judge-may-hear-cases-involving-court-officers-fiances-law-firm-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-53/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 04:59:59 EST]]>A judge need not recuse when the law firm of a court officer's fiancé(e) appears before the judge. Neither insulation nor disclosure is required.

       
]]> New York Law JournalCommittee on Judicial Ethicshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972331295/0/nylj-news.jpgJudicial Ethics/Judicial Ethics Opinions https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/6f/19/073425894af1bebd118a76457cf7/adobestock-609891435-jpeg767x505.jpg ]]>A judge need not recuse when the law firm of a court officer's fiancé(e) appears before the judge. Neither insulation nor disclosure is required.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2024/11/06/wednesday-newspaper-389-7217/Wednesday Newspaperhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/907803707/0/nylj-news~Wednesday-Newspaper/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2024/11/06/wednesday-newspaper-389-7217/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 02:00:59 EST]]>Click on the selected section to open the New York Law Journal in PDF format.

       
]]> New York Law JournalNew York Law Journalhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972325049/0/nylj-news.jpgPublic Records https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/f2/41/8cc2d4e845b8aebce998e3c7b8af/11042026-new-nylj-page1-web.jpg ]]>Click on the selected section to open the New York Law Journal in PDF format.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/nys-meister-seelig-scoops-up-nj-midsize-firm-expanding-private-client-financial-services/NY's Meister Seelig Scoops Up NJ Midsize Firm, Expanding Private Client Financial Serviceshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972306968/0/nylj-news~NYs-Meister-Seelig-Scoops-Up-NJ-Midsize-Firm-Expanding-Private-Client-Financial-Services/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/nys-meister-seelig-scoops-up-nj-midsize-firm-expanding-private-client-financial-services/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:55:50 EST]]>Meister Seelig & Schuster's administrative partner, Mitchell Schuster, said Avelino Law's “entrepreneurial and proactive approach to the law made them an ideal fit for his firm.

       
]]> New York Law JournalNicholas Malfitanohttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972306965/0/nylj-news.jpgLaw Firm Hiring/Law Firm Management/Law Firm Mergers/Law Firm Partners/Law Firms - Mid Size/Law Firms - Small/Legal Services/Financial Services and Banking/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/cb/77/5af1c4bb4d86ab5cccb2deb07b6f/schuster-avelino-valentine-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Meister Seelig & Schuster's administrative partner, Mitchell Schuster, said Avelino Law's “entrepreneurial and proactive approach to the law made them an ideal fit for his firm.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/appeals-court-justice-john-higgitt-leaves-bench-for-quinn-emanuel-/Appeals Court Justice John Higgitt Leaves Bench for Quinn Emanuelhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972301061/0/nylj-news~Appeals-Court-Justice-John-Higgitt-Leaves-Bench-for-Quinn-Emanuel/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/appeals-court-justice-john-higgitt-leaves-bench-for-quinn-emanuel-/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 15:55:21 EST]]>After nearly 25 years in New York's court system, First Department Justice John Higgitt is entering private practice at Quinn Emanuel, where he plans to focus on commercial litigation, arbitration...

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]]> New York Law JournalEmily Saulhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972301052/0/nylj-news.jpgJudges/Cases and Courts/Court Administration/Litigation/Litigators/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/ed/fb/aad6305d409f99760fe9bd78c16b/john-higgitt-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>After nearly 25 years in New York's court system, First Department Justice John Higgitt is entering private practice at Quinn Emanuel, where he plans to focus on commercial litigation, arbitration...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/foreclosure-time-limits-and-unsigned-leases-this-week-in-scott-mollens-realty-law-digest/Foreclosure Time Limits and Unsigned Leases: This Week in Scott Mollen's Realty Law Digesthttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972298286/0/nylj-news~Foreclosure-Time-Limits-and-Unsigned-Leases-This-Week-in-Scott-Mollens-Realty-Law-Digest/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/foreclosure-time-limits-and-unsigned-leases-this-week-in-scott-mollens-realty-law-digest/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 14:53:39 EST]]>This week, Scott Mollen discusses ‘Anak Gas King, Inc. v. Northville Indus. Corp.,' where the court held that a stipulation restarted—but did not indefinitely waive—the six-year...

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]]> New York Law JournalScott Mollenhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/907785584/0/nylj-news.jpgReal Estate/Civil Procedure/Landlord Tenant Law/Real Estate/Real Estate https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2021/07/Scott-Mollen-767x633.jpg ]]>This week, Scott Mollen discusses ‘Anak Gas King, Inc. v. Northville Indus. Corp.,' where the court held that a stipulation restarted—but did not indefinitely waive—the six-year...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/what-i-wish-i-knew-then-rahm-emanuel/What I Wish I Knew Then: Rahm Emanuelhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972297386/0/nylj-news~What-I-Wish-I-Knew-Then-Rahm-Emanuel/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/what-i-wish-i-knew-then-rahm-emanuel/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 14:23:09 EST]]>Few people of Rahm Emanuel's generation have had greater impact on the creation of new laws of the nation over the last thirty-plus years. He shares here some of the insights he's gathered and where...

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]]> New York Law JournalSteve Cohen and Mia Generosohttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972297119/0/nylj-news.jpgGovernment/Q&A's/Education/Profile https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/95/6c/07632a1c4d65b92ee5191ef01799/8286fd22-704f-4901-badd-ee5da215ea4a-767x633.jpg ]]>Few people of Rahm Emanuel's generation have had greater impact on the creation of new laws of the nation over the last thirty-plus years. He shares here some of the insights he's gathered and where...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/who-is-minding-the-store-contract-structure-and-misaligned-incentives-in-brand-owner-relationships/Who Is Minding the Store? Contract Structure and Misaligned Incentives in Brand-Owner Relationshipshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972294962/0/nylj-news~Who-Is-Minding-the-Store-Contract-Structure-and-Misaligned-Incentives-in-BrandOwner-Relationships/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/who-is-minding-the-store-contract-structure-and-misaligned-incentives-in-brand-owner-relationships/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 13:44:41 EST]]>In Part 2 of their series, Pryor Cashman attorneys Todd Soloway, Bryan Mohler and Itai Raz examine how hotel management and franchise contracts create misaligned incentives between brands and owners...

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]]> New York Law JournalTodd E. Soloway and Bryan T. Mohler and Itai Y. Raz https://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/953787779/0/nylj-news.jpgReal Estate/Contracts/Real Estate/Hospitality and Lodging/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/60/fd/cf6b2efe41f3891e5ad3dc870a7a/soloway-mohler-raz-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>In Part 2 of their series, Pryor Cashman attorneys Todd Soloway, Bryan Mohler and Itai Raz examine how hotel management and franchise contracts create misaligned incentives between brands and owners...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/the-defeat-of-the-clarity-act-a-lost-battle-but-crypto-won-the-war/The Defeat of the Clarity Act: A Lost Battle, But Crypto Won the Warhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972285146/0/nylj-news~The-Defeat-of-the-Clarity-Act-A-Lost-Battle-But-Crypto-Won-the-War/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/the-defeat-of-the-clarity-act-a-lost-battle-but-crypto-won-the-war/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 11:04:18 EST]]>Now that the CLARITY Act has stalled in the Senate, crypto rules will come from the SEC and CFTC, and ultimately from the courts. Stinson attorneys Richard Lomuscio and Abby Goldstein discuss what...

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]]> New York Law JournalRichard J.L. Lomuscio and Abby Goldsteinhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972284819/0/nylj-news.jpgCryptocurrency/Cryptocurrency/Legislation/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/81/ea/129a65f14633a9c858fde5335e87/lomuscio-goldstein-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Now that the CLARITY Act has stalled in the Senate, crypto rules will come from the SEC and CFTC, and ultimately from the courts. Stinson attorneys Richard Lomuscio and Abby Goldstein discuss what...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/beyond-cfe-granular-equity-and-the-future-of-new-york-school-funding/Beyond CFE: Granular Equity and the Future of New York School Fundinghttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972284123/0/nylj-news~Beyond-CFE-Granular-Equity-and-the-Future-of-New-York-School-Funding/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/beyond-cfe-granular-equity-and-the-future-of-new-york-school-funding/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:52:53 EST]]>Charter-school costs are draining New York district budgets while fixed expenses remain. The author urges Albany to close expansion loopholes and protect funding for neighborhood schools.

       
]]> New York Law JournalRobert Costellohttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972284108/0/nylj-news.jpgEducation Law/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/306/2019/03/Renaissance-Charter-School-at-Wellington-resized.jpg ]]>Charter-school costs are draining New York district budgets while fixed expenses remain. The author urges Albany to close expansion loopholes and protect funding for neighborhood schools.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/judiciary-law-21-first-time-on-appeal-mode-of-proceedingspart-ii/Judiciary Law §21 First Time on Appeal, Mode of Proceedings—Part IIhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972282179/0/nylj-news~Judiciary-Law-sect-First-Time-on-Appeal-Mode-of-ProceedingsmdashPart-II/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/judiciary-law-21-first-time-on-appeal-mode-of-proceedingspart-ii/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:37:52 EST]]>This is part two of a three-part series.

       
]]> New York Law JournalElliott Scheinberghttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/910316996/0/nylj-news.jpgAppellate Practice/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2021/09/NYLJ-2018-ES-pic-767x633.jpg ]]>This is part two of a three-part series.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/-orrick-adds-kirkland-partner-building-on-momentum-in-energy-infrastructure-growth-/Orrick Adds Kirkland Partner, Building on Momentum in Energy, Infrastructure Growthhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972270680/0/nylj-news~Orrick-Adds-Kirkland-Partner-Building-on-Momentum-in-Energy-Infrastructure-Growth/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/-orrick-adds-kirkland-partner-building-on-momentum-in-energy-infrastructure-growth-/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 06:59:59 EST]]>William Nicholson joins Orrick's New York office after about four years with Kirkland & Ellis.

       
]]> New York Law JournalSamson Amorehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972270656/0/nylj-news.jpgLaw Firm Hiring/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/79/05/3ba7a51a4f8b81f9064a0aab374f/william-nicholson-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>William Nicholson joins Orrick's New York office after about four years with Kirkland & Ellis.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/part-time-judge-may-help-create-behavioral-health-treatment-court-in-another-state-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-52/Part-Time Judge May Help Create Behavioral Health Treatment Court in Another State: Judicial Ethics Opinion 26-52https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972264821/0/nylj-news~PartTime-Judge-May-Help-Create-Behavioral-Health-Treatment-Court-in-Another-State-Judicial-Ethics-Opinion/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/part-time-judge-may-help-create-behavioral-health-treatment-court-in-another-state-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-52/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 05:04:59 EST]]>A part-time judge may assist judges in another state to create a behavioral health treatment court in that state, subject to generally applicable limitations on judicial speech and conduct.

       
]]> New York Law JournalCommittee on Judicial Ethicshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972264443/0/nylj-news.jpgJudicial Ethics/Judicial Ethics Opinions https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/1b/1c/3d6bcbf24c109445b7c171113ee6/adobestock-628097901-jpeg767x505.jpg ]]>A part-time judge may assist judges in another state to create a behavioral health treatment court in that state, subject to generally applicable limitations on judicial speech and conduct.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/full-time-judge-may-not-advise-lawyer-friend-on-legal-and-ethical-issues-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-51/Full-Time Judge May Not Advise Lawyer Friend on Legal and Ethical Issues: Judicial Ethics Opinion 26-51https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972264401/0/nylj-news~FullTime-Judge-May-Not-Advise-Lawyer-Friend-on-Legal-and-Ethical-Issues-Judicial-Ethics-Opinion/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/03/full-time-judge-may-not-advise-lawyer-friend-on-legal-and-ethical-issues-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-51/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 04:59:59 EST]]>A full-time judge may not serve as a “sounding board on legal and ethical issues for a lawyer friend in another state.

       
]]> New York Law JournalCommittee on Judicial Ethicshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972264398/0/nylj-news.jpgJudicial Ethics/Judicial Ethics Opinions https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/b3/34/2deb1c27481cb60c38bfa9b19500/adobestock-2239471583-jpeg767x505.jpg ]]>A full-time judge may not serve as a “sounding board on legal and ethical issues for a lawyer friend in another state.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2024/11/05/tuesday-newspaper-389-3809/Tuesday Newspaperhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/907774601/0/nylj-news~Tuesday-Newspaper/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2024/11/05/tuesday-newspaper-389-3809/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 02:00:59 EST]]>Click on the selected day/section to open the New York Law Journal in PDF format.

       
]]> New York Law JournalNew York Law Journalhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972258002/0/nylj-news.jpgPublic Records https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/5d/f3/53da8a684a72bb4abb8b84a068d9/110326-nylj-article-505-767.jpg ]]>Click on the selected day/section to open the New York Law Journal in PDF format.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/new-york-bar-backs-extending-no-contest-safe-harbors-to-living-trusts/New York Bar Backs Extending No-Contest Safe Harbors to Living Trustshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972238217/0/nylj-news~New-York-Bar-Backs-Extending-NoContest-Safe-Harbors-to-Living-Trusts/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/new-york-bar-backs-extending-no-contest-safe-harbors-to-living-trusts/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:58:32 EST]]>“Living trusts that have no-contest clauses should not be treated differently from wills, Taa Grays, president of the New York State Bar Association, said.

       
]]> New York Law JournalBrian Leehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/957611117/0/nylj-news.jpgTrusts and Estates/Bar Associations/State and Local Government/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/0d/68/21cadfa14ff8bfa359a4f0fd1392/grays-taa-7730m-h-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>“Living trusts that have no-contest clauses should not be treated differently from wills, Taa Grays, president of the New York State Bar Association, said.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/brooklyn-judge-who-invoked-position-in-fight-over-sanitation-fines-admonished/Brooklyn Judge Who Invoked Position in Fight Over Sanitation Fines Admonishedhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972237542/0/nylj-news~Brooklyn-Judge-Who-Invoked-Position-in-Fight-Over-Sanitation-Fines-Admonished/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/brooklyn-judge-who-invoked-position-in-fight-over-sanitation-fines-admonished/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:34:37 EST]]>A judicial misconduct watchdog said Justice Katherine Levine repeatedly cited her position and trial schedule while seeking relief from three summonses, prompting an OATH official to remind her that...

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]]> New York Law JournalBrian Leehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/967812233/0/nylj-news.jpgJudicial Ethics/Judges/State and Local Government/News https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/412/2019/01/Gavel.jpg ]]>A judicial misconduct watchdog said Justice Katherine Levine repeatedly cited her position and trial schedule while seeking relief from three summonses, prompting an OATH official to remind her that...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/snap-settles-two-lawsuits-on-eve-of-social-media-addiction-trial/Snap Settles Two Lawsuits on Eve of Social Media Addiction Trialhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972233093/0/nylj-news~Snap-Settles-Two-Lawsuits-on-Eve-of-Social-Media-Addiction-Trial/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/snap-settles-two-lawsuits-on-eve-of-social-media-addiction-trial/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 16:03:39 EST]]>The settlement halts a bellwether trial that had begun jury selection last week in Los Angeles Superior Court.

       
]]> New York Law JournalAmanda Bronstadhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972233027/0/nylj-news.jpgSocial Media/Mass Torts/Mental Health/Products Liability/Trial Strategy/Media and Telecom /News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/ee/0d/fe57301744adb8cc566cdedb1af6/snapchat-430505-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>The settlement halts a bellwether trial that had begun jury selection last week in Los Angeles Superior Court.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/new-pilot-could-reshape-controversial-drug-discount-program/New Pilot Could Reshape Controversial Drug Discount Programhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972233768/0/nylj-news~New-Pilot-Could-Reshape-Controversial-Drug-Discount-Program/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/new-pilot-could-reshape-controversial-drug-discount-program/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:45:40 EST]]>The Health Resources and Services Administration has approved 10 companies' requests to take part in the pilot which, attorneys say, is poised to require significant adaptations from drugmakers and...

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]]> New York Law JournalBrendan Piersonhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972231380/0/nylj-news.jpgHealth Care Law/Regulation/Pharmaceuticals/Health Care/Analysis https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/ce/49/9af8904b4364aee98d0e54db4f34/prescription-drug-costs-02-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>The Health Resources and Services Administration has approved 10 companies' requests to take part in the pilot which, attorneys say, is poised to require significant adaptations from drugmakers and...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/best-practices-for-accommodating-mental-health-conditions/Best Practices for Accommodating Mental Health Conditionshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972227240/0/nylj-news~Best-Practices-for-Accommodating-Mental-Health-Conditions/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/best-practices-for-accommodating-mental-health-conditions/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 13:47:54 EST]]>Employers must assess mental-health accommodation requests under the ADA and applicable state and local laws. They should engage in a documented dialogue, consider effective options—such as...

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]]> New York Law JournalRose Isaacs and Damian Cavalerihttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972227216/0/nylj-news.jpgLabor Law/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/414/2022/11/4.-Mental-health.jpg ]]>Employers must assess mental-health accommodation requests under the ADA and applicable state and local laws. They should engage in a documented dialogue, consider effective options—such as...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/njs-proposed-liability-for-ai-chatbots-may-open-the-floodgates-attorneys-say/NJ's Proposed Liability for AI Chatbots May ‘Open the Floodgates,' Attorneys Sayhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972233828/0/nylj-news~NJs-Proposed-Liability-for-AI-Chatbots-May-lsquoOpen-the-Floodgates-Attorneys-Say/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/njs-proposed-liability-for-ai-chatbots-may-open-the-floodgates-attorneys-say/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 13:36:31 EST]]>An NJ bill proposes to make chatbots subject to products liability laws.

       
]]> New York Law JournalNicholas Malfitanohttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972226700/0/nylj-news.jpgArtificial Intelligence/Emerging Technology /Government/Technology Media and Telecom/State and Local Government/News https://images.law.com/njlawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/412/2023/04/chatbot-Article-202304181540.jpg ]]>An NJ bill proposes to make chatbots subject to products liability laws.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/turning-the-tables-the-rise-of-the-reverse-rpapl-881-proceeding-/Turning the Tables: The Rise of the ‘Reverse' RPAPL §881 Proceeding https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972213098/0/nylj-news~Turning-the-Tables-The-Rise-of-the-lsquoReverse-RPAPL-sect-Proceeding/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/turning-the-tables-the-rise-of-the-reverse-rpapl-881-proceeding-/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:59:59 EST]]>How aggrieved adjoining owners are compelling developers to accept court-imposed licenses.

       
]]> New York Law JournalBrendan J. Derr and Sara Lestonhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972213065/0/nylj-news.jpgReal Estate/Real Estate/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/26/5e/66246b1c40abbd0da9cafa68ee4e/derr-leston-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>How aggrieved adjoining owners are compelling developers to accept court-imposed licenses.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/the-anatomy-of-a-large-law-dissolution-what-could-come-next/The Anatomy of a Large Law Dissolution: What Could Come Next?https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972233771/0/nylj-news~The-Anatomy-of-a-Large-Law-Dissolution-What-Could-Come-Next/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/the-anatomy-of-a-large-law-dissolution-what-could-come-next/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:12:45 EST]]>Step one is to appease creditors while avoiding bankruptcy, according to industry observers.

       
]]> New York Law JournalAmanda O'Brienhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972204515/0/nylj-news.jpgLaw Firm Bankruptcy and Dissolution/Law Firm Real Estate /Law Firms - Large/Legal Services/News/Analysis https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/78/5b/bda1f315488ca401cb84150e067d/balloon-pop-jpeg767x505.jpg ]]>Step one is to appease creditors while avoiding bankruptcy, according to industry observers.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/judiciary-law-21-first-time-on-appeal-fundamental-errors-mode-of-proceedingsparts-i/Judiciary Law §21 First Time on Appeal, Fundamental Errors, Mode of Proceedings—Parts Ihttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972204383/0/nylj-news~Judiciary-Law-sect-First-Time-on-Appeal-Fundamental-Errors-Mode-of-ProceedingsmdashParts-I/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/judiciary-law-21-first-time-on-appeal-fundamental-errors-mode-of-proceedingsparts-i/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:08:09 EST]]>Under Judiciary Law §21, a successor judge generally cannot decide a matter they did not hear. The parties may agree to submit it on the existing record; otherwise, a new hearing may be required.

       
]]> New York Law JournalElliott Scheinberghttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/910316996/0/nylj-news.jpgAppellate Practice/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2021/09/NYLJ-2018-ES-pic-767x633.jpg ]]>Under Judiciary Law §21, a successor judge generally cannot decide a matter they did not hear. The parties may agree to submit it on the existing record; otherwise, a new hearing may be required.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/challenges-for-mediating-employment-disputes/Challenges for Mediating Employment Disputeshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972204335/0/nylj-news~Challenges-for-Mediating-Employment-Disputes/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/challenges-for-mediating-employment-disputes/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 07:59:59 EST]]>Employment mediation can resolve workplace disputes faster and less painfully than litigation. Success depends on managing strong emotions, differing views of case value, and attorney...

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]]> New York Law JournalGenesis Fisher and David C. Singerhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/951412298/0/nylj-news.jpgLabor Law/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/395/2023/11/AdobeStock_270864386-767x633.jpg ]]>Employment mediation can resolve workplace disputes faster and less painfully than litigation. Success depends on managing strong emotions, differing views of case value, and attorney...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/ai-made-the-decision-is-not-a-defense-what-nyc-employers-need-to-know-about-the-citys-ai-enforcement-position/'AI Made the Decision' Is Not a Defense: What NYC Employers Need to Know About the City's AI Enforcement Positionhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972204338/0/nylj-news~AI-Made-the-Decision-Is-Not-a-Defense-What-NYC-Employers-Need-to-Know-About-the-Citys-AI-Enforcement-Position/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/ai-made-the-decision-is-not-a-defense-what-nyc-employers-need-to-know-about-the-citys-ai-enforcement-position/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 07:59:59 EST]]>NYC says employers remain liable for unlawful AI-assisted decisions. Audits and human review help, but don't replace legal compliance.

       
]]> New York Law JournalKeith Gutsteinhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/950942318/0/nylj-news.jpgLabor Law/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/296/2023/05/AI-technology-Article-202305011621.jpg ]]>NYC says employers remain liable for unlawful AI-assisted decisions. Audits and human review help, but don't replace legal compliance.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/no-scope-no-indemnity-the-hidden-risks-of-risk-transfer/No Scope, No Indemnity: The Hidden Risks of Risk Transferhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972204341/0/nylj-news~No-Scope-No-Indemnity-The-Hidden-Risks-of-Risk-Transfer/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/no-scope-no-indemnity-the-hidden-risks-of-risk-transfer/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 07:59:59 EST]]>This article examines the intersection of New York construction labor law and contractual risk transfer through Juarez v. Avacon Management LLC. After a worker fell from a scaffold, the building...

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]]> New York Law JournalJason Kosekhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/944554346/0/nylj-news.jpgLabor Law/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/0a/6a/58004aae47aa9a4d99c9e2fc9fc3/bk-construction-12-767x633-jpg640x640.jpg ]]>This article examines the intersection of New York construction labor law and contractual risk transfer through Juarez v. Avacon Management LLC. After a worker fell from a scaffold, the building...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/workforce-strategy-is-now-a-governance-function-counsel-at-the-crossroads-of-employee-and-investor-activism/Workforce Strategy is Now a Governance Function: Counsel at the Crossroads of Employee and Investor Activismhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972204344/0/nylj-news~Workforce-Strategy-is-Now-a-Governance-Function-Counsel-at-the-Crossroads-of-Employee-and-Investor-Activism/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/workforce-strategy-is-now-a-governance-function-counsel-at-the-crossroads-of-employee-and-investor-activism/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 07:59:59 EST]]>Workforce decisions now carry overlapping legal risks as employees and investors demand different things. Companies should assess legal obligations early, document their reasoning, and communicate...

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]]> New York Law JournalErika Collins and Noemi Aguirrehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972204182/0/nylj-news.jpgLabor Law/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/412/2018/03/Workforce.jpg ]]>Workforce decisions now carry overlapping legal risks as employees and investors demand different things. Companies should assess legal obligations early, document their reasoning, and communicate...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/sua-sponte-orders-of-dismissal/Sua Sponte Orders of Dismissalhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972197984/0/nylj-news~Sua-Sponte-Orders-of-Dismissal/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/11/02/sua-sponte-orders-of-dismissal/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 05:32:11 EST]]>New York courts should use sua sponte dismissals and orders sparingly. Unless extraordinary circumstances or legal authority justify acting independently, courts should give parties notice and a...

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]]> New York Law JournalJoel R. Brandeshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/912329378/0/nylj-news.jpgFamily Law/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/53/eb/cfc83eb0427cbf949fd645ca1306/joel-brandes-hp105-767x633.jpg ]]>New York courts should use sua sponte dismissals and orders sparingly. Unless extraordinary circumstances or legal authority justify acting independently, courts should give parties notice and a...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2024/11/04/monday-newspaper-389-3801/Monday Newspaperhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/908064785/0/nylj-news~Monday-Newspaper/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2024/11/04/monday-newspaper-389-3801/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 02:00:59 EST]]>Click on the selected day/section to open the New York Law Journal in PDF format.

       
]]> New York Law JournalNew York Law Journalhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972192383/0/nylj-news.jpgPublic Records https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/5f/ca/237e64af4d83a2fd16c2b3ae845b/110226-nylj-article-505-767.jpg ]]>Click on the selected day/section to open the New York Law Journal in PDF format.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/for-gibson-dunn-partner-nyc-marathon-training-provides-connection-to-clients-and-community-/For Gibson Dunn Partner, NYC Marathon Training Provides Connection to Clients and Communityhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972133328/0/nylj-news~For-Gibson-Dunn-Partner-NYC-Marathon-Training-Provides-Connection-to-Clients-and-Community/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/for-gibson-dunn-partner-nyc-marathon-training-provides-connection-to-clients-and-community-/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:01:56 EST]]>Kate Timmerman is raising money for The Bowery Mission at Sunday's TCS New York City Marathon.

       
]]> New York Law JournalDan Roehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972133322/0/nylj-news.jpgAttorney Work Life Balance/Law Firm Partners/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/14/03/95ad06a64947b475bd20a384a9e1/kate-timmerman-marathon-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Kate Timmerman is raising money for The Bowery Mission at Sunday's TCS New York City Marathon.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/weil-broke-barriers-in-big-law-and-bankruptcy-legal-leaders-say/Weil Broke Barriers In Big Law And Bankruptcy, Legal Leaders Sayhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972132380/0/nylj-news~Weil-Broke-Barriers-In-Big-Law-And-Bankruptcy-Legal-Leaders-Say/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/weil-broke-barriers-in-big-law-and-bankruptcy-legal-leaders-say/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:03:35 EST]]>As fallout begins from the announcement that Weil, Gotshal & Manges is winding down operations, leaders in the legal space told Law.com about what an impact the firm has had and what a hole its...

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]]> New York Law JournalRyan Harroffhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972132368/0/nylj-news.jpgLaw Firm Bankruptcy and Dissolution/Bankruptcy/Law Firm Hiring/Law Firms - Large/Legal Services/Analysis https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/ae/7d/3ca9193f49beaa69f47bfd88afe1/weil-editorial-767x505.jpg ]]>As fallout begins from the announcement that Weil, Gotshal & Manges is winding down operations, leaders in the legal space told Law.com about what an impact the firm has had and what a hole its...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/what-happens-next-in-maduros-narcoterrorism-case/What Happens Next in Maduro's Narcoterrorism Case?https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972130013/0/nylj-news~What-Happens-Next-in-Maduros-Narcoterrorism-Case/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/what-happens-next-in-maduros-narcoterrorism-case/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:47:17 EST]]>Although U.S. District Judge Analisa Torres is maintaining the schedule established by the late Judge Alvin Hellerstein, with a June 2027 trial date on the calendar, keeping that trial date may be...

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]]> New York Law JournalAlyssa Aquinohttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/920789987/0/nylj-news.jpgCriminal Law/Judges/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/09/10/b615ebad44f39c30c1db5ff09118/torres-analisa-2013-06-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Although U.S. District Judge Analisa Torres is maintaining the schedule established by the late Judge Alvin Hellerstein, with a June 2027 trial date on the calendar, keeping that trial date may be...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/from-classroom-to-courtroom-david-bellon-makes-his-case-for-queens-supreme-court/From Classroom to Courtroom: David Bellon Makes His Case for Queens Supreme Courthttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972126749/0/nylj-news~From-Classroom-to-Courtroom-David-Bellon-Makes-His-Case-for-Queens-Supreme-Court/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/from-classroom-to-courtroom-david-bellon-makes-his-case-for-queens-supreme-court/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:02:48 EST]]>Queens Supreme Court candidate David Bellon discusses his legal career, from working as a paralegal at Debevoise & Plimpton to practicing capital markets law at Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft...

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]]> New York Law JournalEmily Saulhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972126716/0/nylj-news.jpgElection and Political Law/Cases and Courts/Court Administration/Judges/Litigation/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/fd/24/4d01fc1745948aac33f01a80da9d/david-bellon-3-jpeg767x505.jpg ]]>Queens Supreme Court candidate David Bellon discusses his legal career, from working as a paralegal at Debevoise & Plimpton to practicing capital markets law at Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/cuomo-commences-new-challenge-to-new-york-ethics-commission/Cuomo Presses New Challenge to New York Ethics Commissionhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972124652/0/nylj-news~Cuomo-Presses-New-Challenge-to-New-York-Ethics-Commission/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/cuomo-commences-new-challenge-to-new-york-ethics-commission/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:37:17 EST]]>In his constitutional argument, the former New York governor said that fraud-like allegations with potential monetary penalties require a jury determination, while the watchdog group say its weighing...

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]]> New York Law JournalBrian Leehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972124805/0/nylj-news.jpgCriminal Appeals/Constitutional Law/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/14/4c/c527b0034fbf9f65f4ad7472d5de/cuomo-8-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>In his constitutional argument, the former New York governor said that fraud-like allegations with potential monetary penalties require a jury determination, while the watchdog group say its weighing...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/meta-settles-social-media-addiction-claims-leaving-snap-as-sole-defendant/Meta Settles Social Media Addiction Claims, Leaving Snap as Sole Defendanthttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972128120/0/nylj-news~Meta-Settles-Social-Media-Addiction-Claims-Leaving-Snap-as-Sole-Defendant/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/meta-settles-social-media-addiction-claims-leaving-snap-as-sole-defendant/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:33:44 EST]]>Meta's agreement with plaintiffs sets the stage for the first social media addiction trial solely against Snap Inc., the owner of Snapchat.

       
]]> New York Law JournalAmanda Bronstadhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972124559/0/nylj-news.jpgSocial Media/Mass Torts/Mental Health/Media and Telecom /News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/7a/38/c7f44d424d52802404c7059edff8/meta-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Meta's agreement with plaintiffs sets the stage for the first social media addiction trial solely against Snap Inc., the owner of Snapchat.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/massachusetts-cannabis-repeal-vote-would-trigger-financial-fallout-for-industry-experts-say/Massachusetts Cannabis Repeal Vote Would Trigger Financial Fallout for Industry, Experts Sayhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972122816/0/nylj-news~Massachusetts-Cannabis-Repeal-Vote-Would-Trigger-Financial-Fallout-for-Industry-Experts-Say/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/massachusetts-cannabis-repeal-vote-would-trigger-financial-fallout-for-industry-experts-say/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:14:49 EST]]>Ryan Dominguez, of Stop the Repeal, says Question 8 could close most of the state's licensed market, leave owners without bankruptcy protection and send more than 20,000 workers to unemployment if...

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]]> New York Law JournalMarianna Wharryhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972124553/0/nylj-news.jpgMarijuana/New England/Election and Political Law/State and Local Government/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/ee/fa/6b12d2644a209ab80c16d5c08d50/ap25324740108479-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Ryan Dominguez, of Stop the Repeal, says Question 8 could close most of the state's licensed market, leave owners without bankruptcy protection and send more than 20,000 workers to unemployment if...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/corruption-is-the-biggest-issue-in-midterm-elections/Corruption Is the Biggest Issue in Midterm Electionshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972120014/0/nylj-news~Corruption-Is-the-Biggest-Issue-in-Midterm-Elections/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/corruption-is-the-biggest-issue-in-midterm-elections/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:19:59 EST]]>In his opinion piece, Professor Bennett Gershman argues that public anger over alleged corruption and personal enrichment in the current administration could be a decisive factor in the midterm...

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]]> New York Law JournalBennett L. Gershmanhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972124823/0/nylj-news.jpgGovernment/Election and Political Law/Government/Commentary https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/0f/e5/d0721fb54e89bc81a2a3f5b880ab/new-york-voting-2025-4-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>In his opinion piece, Professor Bennett Gershman argues that public anger over alleged corruption and personal enrichment in the current administration could be a decisive factor in the midterm...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/solving-the-fee-shifting-trap-in-litigation/Solving the Fee-Shifting Trap in Litigationhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972118556/0/nylj-news~Solving-the-FeeShifting-Trap-in-Litigation/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/solving-the-fee-shifting-trap-in-litigation/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:23:53 EST]]>Under the American Rule, winning litigants rarely recover their full legal fees even when governed by statutory or contractual fee-shifting provisions. Andrew Lieb explores how standard "prevailing...

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]]> New York Law JournalAndrew Liebhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/909333818/0/nylj-news.jpgFee Disputes/Fee Disputes/Lawyer Compensation - General/Lawyer Rates and Arrangements/Litigation/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/b8/3a/397e6810403b91a2363ec27787c5/headshot-767x633.jpg ]]>Under the American Rule, winning litigants rarely recover their full legal fees even when governed by statutory or contractual fee-shifting provisions. Andrew Lieb explores how standard "prevailing...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/judge-must-report-fellow-judges-misuse-of-court-system-for-personal-litigation-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-50/Judge Must Report Fellow Judge's Misuse of Court System for Personal Litigation: Judicial Ethics Opinion 26-50https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972112847/0/nylj-news~Judge-Must-Report-Fellow-Judges-Misuse-of-Court-System-for-Personal-Litigation-Judicial-Ethics-Opinion/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/judge-must-report-fellow-judges-misuse-of-court-system-for-personal-litigation-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-50/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 03:59:59 EST]]>A judge who has credible first-hand knowledge that another judge has, as a litigant, used his/her access to the court system's case management system to gain advantage and harass his/her opponent in...

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]]> New York Law JournalCommittee on Judicial Ethicshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972112802/0/nylj-news.jpgJudicial Ethics/Judicial Ethics Opinions https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/35/65/d77427084cc4aaeeda89283ab12b/search-online-adobestock-2202537918-jpeg767x505.jpg ]]>A judge who has credible first-hand knowledge that another judge has, as a litigant, used his/her access to the court system's case management system to gain advantage and harass his/her opponent in...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2024/11/01/friday-newspaper-389-7250-389-7250/Friday Newspaperhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/907930064/0/nylj-news~Friday-Newspaper/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2024/11/01/friday-newspaper-389-7250-389-7250/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 01:00:59 EST]]>Click on the selected day/section to open the New York Law Journal in PDF format.

       
]]> New York Law JournalNew York Law Journalhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972109901/0/nylj-news.jpgPublic Records/Editorials/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/64/2b/66eaabaa4b51a64b843e9560236e/10302026-nylj-page1-web.jpg ]]>Click on the selected day/section to open the New York Law Journal in PDF format.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/monsanto-wins-first-roundup-trial-since-scotus-invalidated-key-claim/Monsanto Wins First Roundup Trial Since SCOTUS Invalidated Key Claimhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972121622/0/nylj-news~Monsanto-Wins-First-Roundup-Trial-Since-SCOTUS-Invalidated-Key-Claim/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/monsanto-wins-first-roundup-trial-since-scotus-invalidated-key-claim/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:57:32 EST]]>A Missouri jury returned a defense verdict for Monsanto within hours after closing arguments on Thursday.

       
]]> New York Law JournalAmanda Bronstadhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972106298/0/nylj-news.jpgMass Torts/Verdicts/Personal Injury/Chemicals and Materials/Agriculture/Retail/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/89/4b/7f95b9634b748bb8c75473773cbc/inbox-roundup-jpg767x505-1.jpg ]]>A Missouri jury returned a defense verdict for Monsanto within hours after closing arguments on Thursday.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/two-new-supervising-judges-of-nyc-housing-courts-are-named/Two New Supervising Judges of NYC Housing Courts Are Namedhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972104492/0/nylj-news~Two-New-Supervising-Judges-of-NYC-Housing-Courts-Are-Named/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/two-new-supervising-judges-of-nyc-housing-courts-are-named/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:07:27 EST]]>Judges Christel Garland and Kimon Thermos have served on the Housing Court bench for years, with experience spanning multiple New York City boroughs.

       
]]> New York Law JournalEmily Saulhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972104486/0/nylj-news.jpgJudges/Cases and Courts/Court Administration/Litigation/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/79/4a/0a3c96ea43dbaf6dc48d5a14db81/garland-thermos-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Judges Christel Garland and Kimon Thermos have served on the Housing Court bench for years, with experience spanning multiple New York City boroughs.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/ny-high-court-says-speedy-trial-reform-reaches-older-guilty-pleas/NY High Court Says Speedy-Trial Reform Reaches Older Guilty Pleashttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972104321/0/nylj-news~NY-High-Court-Says-SpeedyTrial-Reform-Reaches-Older-Guilty-Pleas/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/ny-high-court-says-speedy-trial-reform-reaches-older-guilty-pleas/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:50:47 EST]]>A divided New York Court of Appeals ruled that a law preserving speedy-trial claims after guilty pleas applies to appeals that were pending when the measure took effect in 2020.

       
]]> New York Law JournalBrian Leehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/924643451/0/nylj-news.jpgCriminal Appeals/State and Local Government/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/50/db/a7af77ff4edfafdad05c0a833f96/court-of-appeals-6-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>A divided New York Court of Appeals ruled that a law preserving speedy-trial claims after guilty pleas applies to appeals that were pending when the measure took effect in 2020.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/queens-judicial-candidate-milner-talks-court-reform-controversial-social-media-posts/Queens Judicial Candidate Milner Talks Court Reform, Controversial Social Media Postshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972103475/0/nylj-news~Queens-Judicial-Candidate-Milner-Talks-Court-Reform-Controversial-Social-Media-Posts/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/queens-judicial-candidate-milner-talks-court-reform-controversial-social-media-posts/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:04:49 EST]]>Queens Civil Court candidate Julie Milner discusses how her background as a civil rights attorney, arbitrator and educator would inform her approach to the bench. She also responds to controversy...

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]]> New York Law JournalEmily Saulhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972103406/0/nylj-news.jpgElection and Political Law/Cases and Courts/Court Administration/Judges/Litigation/Legal Services/State and Local Government/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/19/09/a32f29c54ba8ac21777750060b20/julie-milner-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Queens Civil Court candidate Julie Milner discusses how her background as a civil rights attorney, arbitrator and educator would inform her approach to the bench. She also responds to controversy...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/court-attorney-referee-wong-makes-his-case-for-queens-civil-court/Court Attorney-Referee Wong Makes His Case for Queens Civil Courthttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972098483/0/nylj-news~Court-AttorneyReferee-Wong-Makes-His-Case-for-Queens-Civil-Court/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/court-attorney-referee-wong-makes-his-case-for-queens-civil-court/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:21:11 EST]]>After more than a decade in private practice, Edmond Wong moved into the court system, where he has served as an associate court attorney and now works as a court attorney-referee in Queens County...

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]]> New York Law JournalEmily Saulhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972098480/0/nylj-news.jpgElection and Political Law/Cases and Courts/Court Administration/Judges/Litigation/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/37/c8/7f7f75bb4ad3b070fd1ef28ebf4a/edmond-wong-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>After more than a decade in private practice, Edmond Wong moved into the court system, where he has served as an associate court attorney and now works as a court attorney-referee in Queens County...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/ny-appeals-court-upholds-state-financing-for-cannabis-dispensaries/NY Appeals Court Upholds State Financing for Cannabis Dispensarieshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972097532/0/nylj-news~NY-Appeals-Court-Upholds-State-Financing-for-Cannabis-Dispensaries/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/ny-appeals-court-upholds-state-financing-for-cannabis-dispensaries/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:31:46 EST]]>Nixon Peabody defended the social equity investment fund, which the Third Department found did not interfere with federal marijuana enforcement.

       
]]> New York Law JournalBrian Leehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972097529/0/nylj-news.jpgLitigation/Administrative Law/Marijuana/Retail/Health Care/State and Local Government/News https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/405/2023/11/Nixon-Peabody-767x633.jpg ]]>Nixon Peabody defended the social equity investment fund, which the Third Department found did not interfere with federal marijuana enforcement.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/zillow-agrees-to-pay-2125m-to-end-investor-class-action/Zillow Agrees to Pay $212.5M to End Investor Class Actionhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972097283/0/nylj-news~Zillow-Agrees-to-Pay-M-to-End-Investor-Class-Action/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/zillow-agrees-to-pay-2125m-to-end-investor-class-action/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:12:16 EST]]>Lead counsel for a class of Zillow investors said the deal—reached in a case over its failed home-flipping business—could be the largest single securities settlement ever reached in the...

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]]> New York Law JournalAlyssa Aquinohttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972097151/0/nylj-news.jpgSecurities Litigation/Class Actions/Verdicts-Settlements https://images.law.com/contrib/content/uploads/sites/304/2021/11/Zillow-Article-202111040715.jpg ]]>Lead counsel for a class of Zillow investors said the deal—reached in a case over its failed home-flipping business—could be the largest single securities settlement ever reached in the...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/valle-bueno-brings-trial-appellate-experience-to-queens-civil-court-race-/Valle-Bueno Brings Trial, Appellate Experience to Queens Civil Court Racehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972096653/0/nylj-news~ValleBueno-Brings-Trial-Appellate-Experience-to-Queens-Civil-Court-Race/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/valle-bueno-brings-trial-appellate-experience-to-queens-civil-court-race-/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:47:21 EST]]>Jasmine Valle-Bueno has more than nine years of experience in New York's court system, with roles spanning Housing Court, Criminal Court, Supreme Court, the Appellate Term and the Appellate Division.

       
]]> New York Law JournalEmily Saulhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972096635/0/nylj-news.jpgElection and Political Law/Cases and Courts/Court Administration/Judges/Litigation/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/79/f1/96ad3eec4959899187255a717629/jasmine-valle-bueno-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Jasmine Valle-Bueno has more than nine years of experience in New York's court system, with roles spanning Housing Court, Criminal Court, Supreme Court, the Appellate Term and the Appellate Division.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/when-generic-drugs-fail-quality-standards-can-state-law-claims-survive/When Generic Drugs Fail Quality Standards, Can State-Law Claims Survive?https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972093587/0/nylj-news~When-Generic-Drugs-Fail-Quality-Standards-Can-StateLaw-Claims-Survive/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/when-generic-drugs-fail-quality-standards-can-state-law-claims-survive/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:19:55 EST]]>The FDA is intensifying inspections of drug manufacturers. While federal law limits many claims against generic drugmakers, lawsuits over manufacturing defects may proceed if plaintiffs can link a...

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]]> New York Law JournalBehram V. Parekhhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/968338439/0/nylj-news.jpgFood and Drug Act/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/412/2022/10/FDA-Drug-Labels-Article-202210031526-1.jpg ]]>The FDA is intensifying inspections of drug manufacturers. While federal law limits many claims against generic drugmakers, lawsuits over manufacturing defects may proceed if plaintiffs can link a...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/a-return-to-united-states-ex-rel-zafirov-and-vertex-pharmaceuticals/A Return to United States ex rel. Zafirov and Vertex Pharmaceuticalshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972092255/0/nylj-news~A-Return-to-United-States-ex-rel-Zafirov-and-Vertex-Pharmaceuticals/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/a-return-to-united-states-ex-rel-zafirov-and-vertex-pharmaceuticals/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:45:06 EST]]>The article reviews two major 2026 appellate rulings. The Eleventh Circuit rejected the argument that False Claims Act whistleblowers are officers subject to the Constitution's Appointments Clause,...

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]]> New York Law JournalRobert M. Radickhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/948595457/0/nylj-news.pngHealth Care Law/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/0c/27/4dbf558242e3bdd2cf1164922c6b/untitled-design-1.png ]]>The article reviews two major 2026 appellate rulings. The Eleventh Circuit rejected the argument that False Claims Act whistleblowers are officers subject to the Constitution's Appointments Clause,...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/capital-punishment-and-the-jurisprudence-of-exceptional-depravity-an-opening-salvo/Capital Punishment and the Jurisprudence of Exceptional Depravity: An Opening Salvohttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972090170/0/nylj-news~Capital-Punishment-and-the-Jurisprudence-of-Exceptional-Depravity-An-Opening-Salvo/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/capital-punishment-and-the-jurisprudence-of-exceptional-depravity-an-opening-salvo/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:11:59 EST]]>Y. David Scharf and David Saxe advocate narrowly restoring New York's death penalty for intentional murders involving extraordinary cruelty, with more safeguards and individualized sentencing. They...

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]]> New York Law JournalDavid Saxe and Y. David Scharfhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/920354519/0/nylj-news.jpgConstitutional Law/Constitutional Law/Criminal Law/Mental Health/Commentary https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/c2/31/a261c99842a49572178cd5e174f2/y-david-scharf-and-david-b-saxe-web-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Y. David Scharf and David Saxe advocate narrowly restoring New York's death penalty for intentional murders involving extraordinary cruelty, with more safeguards and individualized sentencing. They...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/morrison--foerster-adds-paul-weiss-litigation-duo-in-ny/Morrison & Foerster Adds Paul Weiss Litigation Duo in NYhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972089762/0/nylj-news~Morrison-Foerster-Adds-Paul-Weiss-Litigation-Duo-in-NY/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/morrison--foerster-adds-paul-weiss-litigation-duo-in-ny/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:59:59 EST]]>Two Paul Weiss litigators joined Morrison Foerster this week, the 19th and 20th litigation laterals to join the firm this year as it builds out its complex litigation offerings.

       
]]> New York Law JournalRyan Harroffhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972089759/0/nylj-news.jpgLaw Firm Hiring/Law Firms - Large/Law Firms - Mid Size/Litigators/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/99/21/aa4f41be469b8a6f46f5fa341d32/hill-rockoff-kirk-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Two Paul Weiss litigators joined Morrison Foerster this week, the 19th and 20th litigation laterals to join the firm this year as it builds out its complex litigation offerings.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/ethics-and-matrimonial-law-russian-roulette-20/Ethics and Matrimonial Law: Russian Roulette 2.0https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972089765/0/nylj-news~Ethics-and-Matrimonial-Law-Russian-Roulette/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/ethics-and-matrimonial-law-russian-roulette-20/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:59:59 EST]]>Alan Feigenbaum looks at a recent New York matrimonial decision that underscores divorce lawyers' ethical obligation to verify their clients' financial representations.

       
]]> New York Law JournalAlan Feigenbaumhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/912894188/0/nylj-news.jpgLegal Ethics and Attorney Discipline/Family Law/Legal Ethics and Attorney Discipline/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2023/07/Feigenbaum_Alan_00000_Headshot_4C_Print_frame-767x633.jpg ]]>Alan Feigenbaum looks at a recent New York matrimonial decision that underscores divorce lawyers' ethical obligation to verify their clients' financial representations.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/law-schools-scramble-to-assist-students-displaced-by-weil-dissolution-/Law Schools Scramble to Assist Students Displaced by Weil Dissolutionhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972089354/0/nylj-news~Law-Schools-Scramble-to-Assist-Students-Displaced-by-Weil-Dissolution/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/law-schools-scramble-to-assist-students-displaced-by-weil-dissolution-/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:43:38 EST]]>The dissolution of Weil Gotshal & Manges impacts a wide range of law school students from the classes of 2026 through 2028.

       
]]> New York Law JournalChristine Charnoskyhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972089330/0/nylj-news.jpgLegal Education/Education/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/7b/fb/3b59b32048b4a6655dfef96a8e4d/layoff-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>The dissolution of Weil Gotshal & Manges impacts a wide range of law school students from the classes of 2026 through 2028.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/the-5-r-pre-filing-model-to-avoid-ai-hallucination-for-ny-litigators-by-22nycrr-part-161/The 5-R Pre-Filing Model to Avoid AI Hallucination for NY Litigators by 22NYCRR Part 161https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972084323/0/nylj-news~The-R-PreFiling-Model-to-Avoid-AI-Hallucination-for-NY-Litigators-by-NYCRR-Part/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/the-5-r-pre-filing-model-to-avoid-ai-hallucination-for-ny-litigators-by-22nycrr-part-161/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:59:59 EST]]>The author discusses a practical pre-filing AI GRC model for New York attorneys and managing partners, developed from his broader North American Litigation AI Governance methodologies and focused...

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]]> New York Law JournalPouya Shafabakhshhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/971529842/0/nylj-news.jpgArtificial Intelligence/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/2c/aa/6952a9eb4d6790555d9fab3ccd26/pouya-shafabakhsh-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>The author discusses a practical pre-filing AI GRC model for New York attorneys and managing partners, developed from his broader North American Litigation AI Governance methodologies and focused...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/judge-may-use-ride-hailing-service-as-ordinary-consumer-while-litigation-is-pending-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-49/Judge May Use Ride-Hailing Service as Ordinary Consumer While Litigation Is Pending: Judicial Ethics Opinion 26-49https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972078041/0/nylj-news~Judge-May-Use-RideHailing-Service-as-Ordinary-Consumer-While-Litigation-Is-Pending-Judicial-Ethics-Opinion/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/29/judge-may-use-ride-hailing-service-as-ordinary-consumer-while-litigation-is-pending-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-49/Thu, 29 Oct 2026 03:59:59 EST]]>A judge may subscribe to and use a ride-hailing service pending the outcome of litigation between the company and a licensing agency. The judge must discontinue use of the service if the judge learns...

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]]> New York Law JournalCommittee on Judicial Ethicshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972078035/0/nylj-news.jpgJudicial Ethics/Judicial Ethics Opinions https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/e1/99/ee29d5a040e7b7c641fe938a26d1/ride-hailing-app-adobestock-389595567-jpeg767x505.jpg ]]>A judge may subscribe to and use a ride-hailing service pending the outcome of litigation between the company and a licensing agency. The judge must discontinue use of the service if the judge learns...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/the-public-deserves--the-truth-lawyers-take-aim-at-roblox-discord-over-forced-arbitration-/The 'Public Deserves ... the Truth': Lawyers Take Aim at Roblox, Discord Over Forced Arbitrationhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972089357/0/nylj-news~The-Public-Deserves-the-Truth-Lawyers-Take-Aim-at-Roblox-Discord-Over-Forced-Arbitration/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/the-public-deserves--the-truth-lawyers-take-aim-at-roblox-discord-over-forced-arbitration-/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:59:08 EST]]>Attorneys in the multidistrict litigation in California's Northern District pushed back against efforts by Roblox, an online video game, and Discord, a messaging app, to arbitrate the claims of six...

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]]> New York Law JournalAmanda Bronstadhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972069152/0/nylj-news.jpgMass Torts/Alternative Dispute Resolution/Media and Telecom /News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/3a/75/ba0584df4818b073cf3f4c5d135a/roblox-app-jpeg767x505.jpg ]]>Attorneys in the multidistrict litigation in California's Northern District pushed back against efforts by Roblox, an online video game, and Discord, a messaging app, to arbitrate the claims of six...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/thomas-barra-on-his-30-year-legal-career-and-bid-for-queens-civil-court-/Thomas Barra on His 30-Year Legal Career and Bid for Queens Civil Courthttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972068165/0/nylj-news~Thomas-Barra-on-His-Year-Legal-Career-and-Bid-for-Queens-Civil-Court/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/thomas-barra-on-his-30-year-legal-career-and-bid-for-queens-civil-court-/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:08:02 EST]]>Queens Civil Court candidate Thomas Barra has worked for much of his 30-year legal career in criminal defense, working at the organization that would become Queens Defender Services and The Legal Aid...

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]]> New York Law JournalEmily Saulhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972068162/0/nylj-news.jpgElection and Political Law/Cases and Courts/Court Administration/Criminal Law/Judges/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/40/25/a7209b5e4cb096ede0c6e972e362/thomas-barra-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Queens Civil Court candidate Thomas Barra has worked for much of his 30-year legal career in criminal defense, working at the organization that would become Queens Defender Services and The Legal Aid...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/life-sciences-trio-brings-20-years-of-teamwork-to-honigmans-new-boston-office/Life Sciences Trio Brings 20 Years of Teamwork to Honigman's New Boston Officehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972068048/0/nylj-news~Life-Sciences-Trio-Brings-Years-of-Teamwork-to-Honigmans-New-Boston-Office/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/life-sciences-trio-brings-20-years-of-teamwork-to-honigmans-new-boston-office/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:00:26 EST]]>The trio worked together at Womble Bond Dickinson and bring significant intellectual property knowledge to Honigman as the firm expands its life sciences practice.

       
]]> New York Law JournalMarianna Wharryhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972068045/0/nylj-news.jpgLaw Firm Hiring/New England/Law Firm Partners/Mergers and Acquisitions/Patents/Women in Law/Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/31/e0/5086e56a4320b1033bc04ae0ea8d/cowles-herritt-vernon-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>The trio worked together at Womble Bond Dickinson and bring significant intellectual property knowledge to Honigman as the firm expands its life sciences practice.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/michael-mossa-wants-to-tackle-delays-in-queens-civil-court/Michael Mossa Wants to Tackle Delays in Queens Civil Courthttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972066593/0/nylj-news~Michael-Mossa-Wants-to-Tackle-Delays-in-Queens-Civil-Court/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/michael-mossa-wants-to-tackle-delays-in-queens-civil-court/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:40:34 EST]]>Queens Civil Court candidate Michael Mossa is a longtime attorney whose practice focuses largely on landlord-tenant cases. He has also handled criminal misdemeanor and Surrogate's Court matters and...

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]]> New York Law JournalEmily Saulhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972066572/0/nylj-news.jpgElection and Political Law/Cases and Courts/Court Administration/Judges/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/13/7f/1098cbf741528678aa126db6d143/michael-mossa-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Queens Civil Court candidate Michael Mossa is a longtime attorney whose practice focuses largely on landlord-tenant cases. He has also handled criminal misdemeanor and Surrogate's Court matters and...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/riviezzo-set-to-succeed-demic-as-brooklyn-administrative-judge/Riviezzo Set to Succeed D'Emic as Brooklyn Administrative Judgehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972064490/0/nylj-news~Riviezzo-Set-to-Succeed-DEmic-as-Brooklyn-Administrative-Judge/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/riviezzo-set-to-succeed-demic-as-brooklyn-administrative-judge/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:24:31 EST]]>Before joining the bench, Riviezzo worked as a Manhattan prosecutor, a litigation associate at Clifford Chance and New York State Inspector General. She has served as an Acting Supreme Court Justice...

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]]> New York Law JournalEmily Saulhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972064487/0/nylj-news.jpgJudges/Cases and Courts/Court Administration/Litigation/Legal Services/State and Local Government/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/75/32/16537d694623a23275202fdd04be/judge-dineen-riviezzo-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Before joining the bench, Riviezzo worked as a Manhattan prosecutor, a litigation associate at Clifford Chance and New York State Inspector General. She has served as an Acting Supreme Court Justice...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/us-appeals-court-backs-venezuela-energy-co-bonds-worth-billions-over-venezuelas-protests/US Appeals Court Backs Venezuela Energy Co. Bonds Worth Billions, Over Venezuela's Protestshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972064214/0/nylj-news~US-Appeals-Court-Backs-Venezuela-Energy-Co-Bonds-Worth-Billions-Over-Venezuelas-Protests/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/us-appeals-court-backs-venezuela-energy-co-bonds-worth-billions-over-venezuelas-protests/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:10:50 EST]]>Venezuela had intervened in the case to argue that the National Assembly had never approved of the bonds, which are backed by a controlling interest in Citgo. The Second Circuit found legislative...

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]]> New York Law JournalAlyssa Aquinohttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972065081/0/nylj-news.jpgCommercial Litigation/Banking and Finance/International - Latin America/State and Local Government/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/64/bf/ee2673bd4edd8dff9358c2046ad5/citgo-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Venezuela had intervened in the case to argue that the National Assembly had never approved of the bonds, which are backed by a controlling interest in Citgo. The Second Circuit found legislative...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/weil-management-committee-meets-to-decide-fate-of-firm/Weil Management Committee Opts to Dissolve Firmhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972064217/0/nylj-news~Weil-Management-Committee-Opts-to-Dissolve-Firm/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/weil-management-committee-meets-to-decide-fate-of-firm/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:09:27 EST]]>"Following a careful review of strategic alternatives, the Firm's Management Committee has recommended to the partnership that the Firm pursue an orderly wind-down," the firm said in a statement.

       
]]> New York Law JournalCathy Chen and Amanda O'Brienhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/945810476/0/nylj-news.jpgLaw Firm Bankruptcy and Dissolution/Law Firms - Large/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/90/a8/bb1940b1433aa2db0640d8a536bc/06-weil-gotshal-web.jpg ]]>"Following a careful review of strategic alternatives, the Firm's Management Committee has recommended to the partnership that the Firm pursue an orderly wind-down," the firm said in a statement.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/ny-implements-chatbot-restrictions-for-interactions-with-minors-puts-ai-companies-on-notice/NY Implements Chatbot Restrictions for Interactions With Minors, Puts AI Companies 'On Notice'https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972063149/0/nylj-news~NY-Implements-Chatbot-Restrictions-for-Interactions-With-Minors-Puts-AI-Companies-On-Notice/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/ny-implements-chatbot-restrictions-for-interactions-with-minors-puts-ai-companies-on-notice/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:22:55 EST]]>Attorney General Letitia James is set to enforce new limits on how AI chatbots interact with children; a technology attorney says compliance could require companies to retool and monitor their...

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]]> New York Law JournalBrian Leehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972063140/0/nylj-news.jpgEmerging Technology /Data Management /Legal Services/News https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/414/2018/08/Smart-phone-chatbot-on-screen-616x372-shutterstock_709074082.jpg ]]>Attorney General Letitia James is set to enforce new limits on how AI chatbots interact with children; a technology attorney says compliance could require companies to retool and monitor their...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/sdny-judge-alvin-hellerstein-dies-at-92/US District Judge Alvin Hellerstein of Manhattan Federal Court Dies at 92https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972061745/0/nylj-news~US-District-Judge-Alvin-Hellerstein-of-Manhattan-Federal-Court-Dies-at/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/sdny-judge-alvin-hellerstein-dies-at-92/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:24:17 EST]]>Hellerstein oversaw the United States' narcoterrorism conspiracy case against ousted Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.

       
]]> New York Law JournalAlyssa Aquinohttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972061712/0/nylj-news.jpgJudges https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/f5/30/7ed810b04fff880ba71e8ae14211/hellerstein-alvin-k-2-091114-resize-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Hellerstein oversaw the United States' narcoterrorism conspiracy case against ousted Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/will-the-free-exercise-clause-be-expanded-again/Will the Free Exercise Clause Be Expanded Again?https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972056549/0/nylj-news~Will-the-Free-Exercise-Clause-Be-Expanded-Again/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/will-the-free-exercise-clause-be-expanded-again/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:38:59 EST]]>Bill Pinzler argues that the Roberts Court is poised to use ‘St. Mary Catholic Parish v. Roy' to broaden religious institutions' access to public education funding at the expense of state...

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]]> New York Law JournalWilliam M. Pinzlerhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/911537774/0/nylj-news.jpgConstitutional Law/Constitutional Law/United States Supreme Court/Commentary https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2023/08/Pinzler-William-M-767x633.jpg ]]>Bill Pinzler argues that the Roberts Court is poised to use ‘St. Mary Catholic Parish v. Roy' to broaden religious institutions' access to public education funding at the expense of state...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/inside-the-emotional-hearing-where-the-alexander-brothers-were-each-sentenced-to-30-years-in-federal-prison/Inside the Emotional Hearing Where the Alexander Brothers Were Each Sentenced to 30 Years in Federal Prisonhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972055220/0/nylj-news~Inside-the-Emotional-Hearing-Where-the-Alexander-Brothers-Were-Each-Sentenced-to-Years-in-Federal-Prison/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/inside-the-emotional-hearing-where-the-alexander-brothers-were-each-sentenced-to-30-years-in-federal-prison/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:14:19 EST]]>“Either all of these women are in the wrong line of work because they should be actresses, or they were telling the truth that they were raped and drugged, U.S. District Judge Valerie E....

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]]> New York Law JournalMarianna Wharryhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972055217/0/nylj-news.jpgCriminal Law/Cases and Courts/Federal Government/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/72/3b/01b487764249b75b8de53345114c/421881318-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>“Either all of these women are in the wrong line of work because they should be actresses, or they were telling the truth that they were raped and drugged, U.S. District Judge Valerie E....

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/dirty-defense-tactics-crossing-the-line-part-1/Dirty Defense Tactics: Crossing the Line, Part 1https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972054929/0/nylj-news~Dirty-Defense-Tactics-Crossing-the-Line-Part/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/dirty-defense-tactics-crossing-the-line-part-1/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:59:59 EST]]>In Part 1 of his two-part series on defense tactics, Bob Genis examines how defense misconduct can undermine a fair trial and warrant a new trial in state and federal courts. Part two will discuss...

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]]> New York Law JournalRobert J. Genishttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/920064464/0/nylj-news.jpgTrial Practice/Personal Injury/Trial Strategy/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/7e/3b/5e9181fc4463889c0850b04420b0/bg-headshot-2025-767x633.jpg ]]>In Part 1 of his two-part series on defense tactics, Bob Genis examines how defense misconduct can undermine a fair trial and warrant a new trial in state and federal courts. Part two will discuss...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/when-the-deal-owns-the-calendar-the-particular-stress-of-transactional-practice/When the Deal Owns the Calendar: The Particular Stress of Transactional Practicehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972049625/0/nylj-news~When-the-Deal-Owns-the-Calendar-The-Particular-Stress-of-Transactional-Practice/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/30/when-the-deal-owns-the-calendar-the-particular-stress-of-transactional-practice/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:28:56 EST]]>Transactional lawyers' unpredictable schedules can keep them feeling constantly on call. Small routines and moments of genuine disengagement can help them recover, even when they can't control deal...

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]]> New York Law JournalJennifer Kupferman https://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/922041875/0/nylj-news.jpgMental Health/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/de/d2/d60c37df4f018a87540b194c90de/jennifer-kupferman-jpg767x505-1.jpg ]]>Transactional lawyers' unpredictable schedules can keep them feeling constantly on call. Small routines and moments of genuine disengagement can help them recover, even when they can't control deal...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/addressing-spoliation-of-evidence/Addressing Spoliation of Evidencehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972049220/0/nylj-news~Addressing-Spoliation-of-Evidence/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/addressing-spoliation-of-evidence/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:13:09 EST]]>New York courts may sanction parties for losing or destroying relevant evidence, with penalties ranging from an adverse jury inference to dismissal in severe cases.

       
]]> New York Law JournalRobert S. Kelner and Gail S. Kelner and Joshua D. Kelner https://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/953524352/0/nylj-news.jpgTrial Practice/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/d4/36/f10dcb8c4883850e91003156ee74/screenshot-2021-09-22-144132-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>New York courts may sanction parties for losing or destroying relevant evidence, with penalties ranging from an adverse jury inference to dismissal in severe cases.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/from-the-personnel-file-to-the-pay-stub-what-employers-should-expect-in-2027/From the Personnel File to the Pay Stub: What Employers Should Expect in 2027https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972048395/0/nylj-news~From-the-Personnel-File-to-the-Pay-Stub-What-Employers-Should-Expect-in/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/from-the-personnel-file-to-the-pay-stub-what-employers-should-expect-in-2027/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:40:19 EST]]>New York employers face new personnel-file access rules, possible changes to bonus pay protections, expanding AI regulations, and updated NYC leave requirements. The article urges employers to review...

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]]> New York Law JournalDavid E. Schwartz and Jaynah Ross-Mendozahttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/966024743/0/nylj-news.jpgLabor Law/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/402/2024/07/Masri-767x633.jpg ]]>New York employers face new personnel-file access rules, possible changes to bonus pay protections, expanding AI regulations, and updated NYC leave requirements. The article urges employers to review...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/town-justice-may-impose-community-service-with-town-highway-department-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-48/Town Justice May Impose Community Service With Town Highway Department: Judicial Ethics Opinion 26-48https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972043886/0/nylj-news~Town-Justice-May-Impose-Community-Service-With-Town-Highway-Department-Judicial-Ethics-Opinion/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/28/town-justice-may-impose-community-service-with-town-highway-department-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-48/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 03:59:59 EST]]>A town justice may impose a sentence that requires a defendant to perform community service with the town highway department, provided it is lawful to do so. We cannot comment on legal issues and...

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]]> New York Law JournalCommittee on Judicial Ethicshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972043865/0/nylj-news.jpgJudicial Ethics/Judicial Ethics Opinions https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/d6/1e/19014e8548a09c33736150728fe1/community-service-adobestock-901452235-jpeg767x505.jpg ]]>A town justice may impose a sentence that requires a defendant to perform community service with the town highway department, provided it is lawful to do so. We cannot comment on legal issues and...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/brooklyn-civil-court-judge-waterman-makes-her-case-for-supreme-court/Brooklyn Civil Court Judge Waterman Makes Her Case for Supreme Courthttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972033695/0/nylj-news~Brooklyn-Civil-Court-Judge-Waterman-Makes-Her-Case-for-Supreme-Court/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/brooklyn-civil-court-judge-waterman-makes-her-case-for-supreme-court/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:36:30 EST]]>Brooklyn Civil Court Judge Lola Waterman discusses how her experience in private practice, Supreme Court and Family Court has prepared her for a seat on Supreme Court.

       
]]> New York Law JournalEmily Saulhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972033692/0/nylj-news.jpgElection and Political Law/Cases and Courts/Court Administration/Judges/Litigation/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/78/d8/5284811344b0a17b60ae56b3704a/judge-lola-waterman-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Brooklyn Civil Court Judge Lola Waterman discusses how her experience in private practice, Supreme Court and Family Court has prepared her for a seat on Supreme Court.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/class-action-lawsuit-alleges-jones-day-violated-fair-credit-reporting-act/Class Action Lawsuit Alleges Jones Day Violated Fair Credit Reporting Acthttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972030443/0/nylj-news~Class-Action-Lawsuit-Alleges-Jones-Day-Violated-Fair-Credit-Reporting-Act/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/class-action-lawsuit-alleges-jones-day-violated-fair-credit-reporting-act/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:22:19 EST]]>A New York plaintiff alleges the firm illegally pulled his credit and driving data as a litigation tactic.

       
]]> New York Law JournalDan Roehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972030353/0/nylj-news.jpgClass Actions/Risk Management/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/69/86/42b756d7419f8a1513066c126dce/dsc-2538-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>A New York plaintiff alleges the firm illegally pulled his credit and driving data as a litigation tactic.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/i-cant-do-this-anymore-trump-appointed-immigration-judge-leaves-bench-for-private-practice-in-ny/'I Can't Do This Anymore': Trump-Appointed Immigration Judge Leaves Bench for Private Practice in NYhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972029564/0/nylj-news~I-Cant-Do-This-Anymore-TrumpAppointed-Immigration-Judge-Leaves-Bench-for-Private-Practice-in-NY/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/i-cant-do-this-anymore-trump-appointed-immigration-judge-leaves-bench-for-private-practice-in-ny/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:49:26 EST]]>Judge David Cheng, an immigration judge appointed during the first Trump presidential term, has made the jump to private practice after departing government due to ethical concerns he had with the...

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]]> New York Law JournalRyan Harroffhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972029522/0/nylj-news.jpgImmigration Law/Judges/Law Firm Hiring/Law Firms - Mid Size/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/99/59/f2ef4c8e43f6bcd38ff7df138dcb/david-cheng-222-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Judge David Cheng, an immigration judge appointed during the first Trump presidential term, has made the jump to private practice after departing government due to ethical concerns he had with the...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/brooklyn-supreme-court-candidate-mimes-stresses-fairness-judicial-service-in-campaign-bid/Brooklyn Supreme Court Candidate Mimes Stresses Fairness, Judicial Service in Campaign Bidhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972028967/0/nylj-news~Brooklyn-Supreme-Court-Candidate-Mimes-Stresses-Fairness-Judicial-Service-in-Campaign-Bid/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/brooklyn-supreme-court-candidate-mimes-stresses-fairness-judicial-service-in-campaign-bid/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:24:43 EST]]>Brooklyn Civil Court Judge Sherveal Mimes served 14 years as a court attorney before taking the bench, following an earlier career in information systems and project management. Now, she's running to...

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]]> New York Law JournalEmily Saulhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972029414/0/nylj-news.jpgElection and Political Law/Cases and Courts/Court Administration/Judges/Litigation/Legal Services/State and Local Government/Q&A https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/ec/1a/de7ab3a94d6c9777b487aeaf45e5/judge-sherveal-mimes-rw-2080px-dscf0015-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Brooklyn Civil Court Judge Sherveal Mimes served 14 years as a court attorney before taking the bench, following an earlier career in information systems and project management. Now, she's running to...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/lease-waiver-foreclosure-receivers-and-article-78-reargument-this-week-in-scott-mollens-realty-law-digest/Lease Waiver, Foreclosure Receivers and Article 78 Reargument: This Week in Scott Mollen's Realty Law Digesthttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972028658/0/nylj-news~Lease-Waiver-Foreclosure-Receivers-and-Article-Reargument-This-Week-in-Scott-Mollens-Realty-Law-Digest/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/lease-waiver-foreclosure-receivers-and-article-78-reargument-this-week-in-scott-mollens-realty-law-digest/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:12:09 EST]]>In this week's column, Scott Mollen discusses ‘Meo 478 Bergen Street v. Y7 Mgt.,' where rent acceptance did not conclusively establish waiver of lease termination; ‘Carver Fed. Sav. Bank...

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]]> New York Law JournalScott Mollenhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/907785584/0/nylj-news.jpgReal Estate/Civil Procedure/Landlord Tenant Law/Real Estate/Real Estate/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2021/07/Scott-Mollen-767x633.jpg ]]>In this week's column, Scott Mollen discusses ‘Meo 478 Bergen Street v. Y7 Mgt.,' where rent acceptance did not conclusively establish waiver of lease termination; ‘Carver Fed. Sav. Bank...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/patel-brooklyn-supreme-court-hopeful-emphasizes-need-for-humanity-on-the-bench/Patel, Brooklyn Supreme Court Hopeful, Emphasizes Need for 'Humanity' on the Benchhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972028316/0/nylj-news~Patel-Brooklyn-Supreme-Court-Hopeful-Emphasizes-Need-for-Humanity-on-the-Bench/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/patel-brooklyn-supreme-court-hopeful-emphasizes-need-for-humanity-on-the-bench/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:00:14 EST]]>Judge Hemalee Patel's career has spanned private practice, matrimonial and family law, court administration, election law and the bench, where she currently serves in Brooklyn Criminal Court. She is...

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]]> New York Law JournalEmily Saulhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972028526/0/nylj-news.jpgElection and Political Law/Cases and Courts/Court Administration/Criminal Law/Judges/Litigation/Legal Services/State and Local Government/Q&A https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/d7/92/50178d4743658e08e765ca80167c/judge-hemalee-rw-2080px-dscf9965-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Judge Hemalee Patel's career has spanned private practice, matrimonial and family law, court administration, election law and the bench, where she currently serves in Brooklyn Criminal Court. She is...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/see-who-passed-the-july-2026-bar-exam/See Who Passed the July 2026 Bar Examhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972027821/0/nylj-news~See-Who-Passed-the-July-Bar-Exam/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/see-who-passed-the-july-2026-bar-exam/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:42:33 EST]]>Of the 9,936 candidates the Board examined in July, 6,688 passed for an overall passing rate of 67%.

       
]]> New York Law JournalLaw.com Staffhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/917173349/0/nylj-news.jpgLegal Education https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2023/10/confetti-767x633.jpg ]]>Of the 9,936 candidates the Board examined in July, 6,688 passed for an overall passing rate of 67%.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/ny-judicial-watchdog-acknowledges-error-but-stands-by-removal-recommendation-/NY Judicial Watchdog Acknowledges Error, but Stands by Removal Recommendationhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972027299/0/nylj-news~NY-Judicial-Watchdog-Acknowledges-Error-but-Stands-by-Removal-Recommendation/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/ny-judicial-watchdog-acknowledges-error-but-stands-by-removal-recommendation-/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:20:41 EST]]>Judge Joseph F. Kasper's attorney says the error tainted the commission's removal recommendation; the watchdog says it occurred outside its formal findings and does not change its position.

       
]]> New York Law JournalBrian Leehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972027296/0/nylj-news.jpgJudicial Ethics Opinions/Judges/Judicial Ethics/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/65/b2/86a5f0794defb6c522ed90059878/robe-illustration-3830-tif767x505.jpg ]]>Judge Joseph F. Kasper's attorney says the error tainted the commission's removal recommendation; the watchdog says it occurred outside its formal findings and does not change its position.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/ny-high-court-removes-town-judge-saying-that-racially-biased-remarks-warrant-ouster/NY High Court Removes Town Judge, Saying That Racially-Biased Remarks Warrant Ousterhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972024935/0/nylj-news~NY-High-Court-Removes-Town-Judge-Saying-That-RaciallyBiased-Remarks-Warrant-Ouster/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/ny-high-court-removes-town-judge-saying-that-racially-biased-remarks-warrant-ouster/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:59:21 EST]]>The Court of Appeals determined that decades of judicial training on explicit and implicit bias distinguished the Rochester area jurist's case from a 1985 precedent in which another judge who used...

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]]> New York Law JournalBrian Leehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/908151278/0/nylj-news.jpgJudicial Ethics Opinions/Civil Appeals/Judges/Judicial Ethics/State and Local Government/News https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2024/03/Court-of-Appeals-4-767x633.jpg ]]>The Court of Appeals determined that decades of judicial training on explicit and implicit bias distinguished the Rochester area jurist's case from a 1985 precedent in which another judge who used...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/latham-partners-with-harvey-to-develop-fund-formation-tools-/Latham Partners With Harvey To Develop Fund Formation Toolshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972023096/0/nylj-news~Latham-Partners-With-Harvey-To-Develop-Fund-Formation-Tools/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/latham-partners-with-harvey-to-develop-fund-formation-tools-/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:59:59 EST]]>Latham & Watkins is partnering with Harvey to develop fund formation-focused artificial intelligence tools, a collaboration which AI leaders at Latham said is in line with its broader strategy...

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]]> New York Law JournalRyan Harroffhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972022946/0/nylj-news.jpgLegal Technology/Artificial Intelligence/Banking and Finance/Law Firms - Large/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/ba/22/b5dd4a6744079f33b2bc66ec2abe/latham-and-watkins-sign-nyc-3-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Latham & Watkins is partnering with Harvey to develop fund formation-focused artificial intelligence tools, a collaboration which AI leaders at Latham said is in line with its broader strategy...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/ny-courts-issue-ai-guide-for-attorneys-stressing-verification-of-court-filings/NY Courts Issue AI Guide for Attorneys, Stressing Verification of Court Filingshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972021878/0/nylj-news~NY-Courts-Issue-AI-Guide-for-Attorneys-Stressing-Verification-of-Court-Filings/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/ny-courts-issue-ai-guide-for-attorneys-stressing-verification-of-court-filings/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:29:00 EST]]>The seven-page reference work builds on New York's previously adopted AI rule, offering practical guidance on hallucinations, verification and lawyers' continuing professional obligations.

       
]]> New York Law JournalBrian Leehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/946541474/0/nylj-news.jpgCourt Administration/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/f7/be/c06300974b6b81af6a6da7bb4fb8/zayas-5-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>The seven-page reference work builds on New York's previously adopted AI rule, offering practical guidance on hallucinations, verification and lawyers' continuing professional obligations.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/congressional-investigations-companies-are-in-the-crosshairs/Congressional Investigations: Companies Are In the Crosshairshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972021143/0/nylj-news~Congressional-Investigations-Companies-Are-In-the-Crosshairs/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/congressional-investigations-companies-are-in-the-crosshairs/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:59:59 EST]]>Hill investigations are ramping up. Companies should prepare now.

       
]]> New York Law JournalJames Bair and Sharmistha Dashttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972021095/0/nylj-news.jpgCorporate Governance/Corporate Entities/Corporate Governance/Government/Risk and Compliance/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/53/6e/50002d0d4ab096e7f488dbfc31b1/bair-das-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Hill investigations are ramping up. Companies should prepare now.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/when-the-right-to-be-present-goes-wrong/When the Right to Be Present Goes Wronghttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972021146/0/nylj-news~When-the-Right-to-Be-Present-Goes-Wrong/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/when-the-right-to-be-present-goes-wrong/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:59:59 EST]]>Sondra Mendelson-Toscano examines how litigants can waive or forfeit their right to be present in court and the safeguards judges must observe before proceeding in their absence.

       
]]> New York Law JournalSondra Mendelson-Toscano https://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/908065280/0/nylj-news.jpgTrial Practice/Constitutional Law/Criminal Law/Trial Strategy/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2024/04/IMG_0639-767x633.jpg ]]>Sondra Mendelson-Toscano examines how litigants can waive or forfeit their right to be present in court and the safeguards judges must observe before proceeding in their absence.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/back-to-basis-eleventh-circuit-limits-conservation-easement-deduction/Back to Basis: Eleventh Circuit Limits Conservation Easement Deductionhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972018719/0/nylj-news~Back-to-Basis-Eleventh-Circuit-Limits-Conservation-Easement-Deduction/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/back-to-basis-eleventh-circuit-limits-conservation-easement-deduction/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:29:59 EST]]>Ezra Dyckman and Charles Nelson examine an Eleventh Circuit ruling limiting a conservation easement deduction to the taxpayer's basis and its broader implications for taxpayers who buy and sell land.

       
]]> New York Law JournalEzra Dyckman and Charles S. Nelsonhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/920683511/0/nylj-news.jpgTax/Real Estate/Tax/Real Estate/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/a2/1f/f1ff16f14048aa4b5b064169475b/ezra-dyckman-and-charles-s-nelson-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Ezra Dyckman and Charles Nelson examine an Eleventh Circuit ruling limiting a conservation easement deduction to the taxpayer's basis and its broader implications for taxpayers who buy and sell land.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/cleary-lures-simpson-pe-pro-continuing-to-build-transactional-bench/Cleary Lures Simpson PE Pro, Continuing to Build Transactional Benchhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972014393/0/nylj-news~Cleary-Lures-Simpson-PE-Pro-Continuing-to-Build-Transactional-Bench/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/cleary-lures-simpson-pe-pro-continuing-to-build-transactional-bench/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:59:59 EST]]>Private equity partner Mark Pflug has moved to Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton as the firm continues to prioritize transactional hires this year.

       
]]> New York Law JournalRyan Harroffhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972014351/0/nylj-news.jpgLaw Firm Hiring/Law Firms - Large/Mergers and Acquisitions/Private Equity and Venture Capital/Legal Services/News https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/57/9c/260fe8b1419cbaaa991648c5ea64/mark-pflug-jpg767x505.jpg ]]>Private equity partner Mark Pflug has moved to Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton as the firm continues to prioritize transactional hires this year.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/plaintiff-law-firms-pay-first-years-131k-on-average-with-raises-and-bonuses-highly-variable/Plaintiff Law Firms Pay First-Years $131K on Average, With Raises and Bonuses Highly Variablehttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972014396/0/nylj-news~Plaintiff-Law-Firms-Pay-FirstYears-K-on-Average-With-Raises-and-Bonuses-Highly-Variable/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/plaintiff-law-firms-pay-first-years-131k-on-average-with-raises-and-bonuses-highly-variable/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:59:59 EST]]>Only about 49% of the respondent firms had a structured or lockstep pay raise structure, and 21.5% had no official policy.

       
]]> New York Law JournalRyan Harroffhttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972014357/0/nylj-news.jpg Compensation - Associates /Law Firm Management/Law Firm Profitability/Law Firms - Mid Size/Litigators/Legal Services/News https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/412/2022/11/1.-Compensation.jpg ]]>Only about 49% of the respondent firms had a structured or lockstep pay raise structure, and 21.5% had no official policy.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/eight-things-new-york-can-do-to-meet-its-climate-goals-despite-headwinds/Eight Things New York Can Do to Meet its Climate Goals Despite Headwindshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972013646/0/nylj-news~Eight-Things-New-York-Can-Do-to-Meet-its-Climate-Goals-Despite-Headwinds/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/eight-things-new-york-can-do-to-meet-its-climate-goals-despite-headwinds/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:20:30 EST]]>New York can meet its climate goals by defending clean-energy projects, reducing emissions from transport and buildings, and investing in regional cooperation, nuclear power, and grid storage.

       
]]> New York Law JournalChristopher Rizzo and Karen Mearahttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/916845584/0/nylj-news.jpgEnvironmental Law/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/2c/4c/a38c13b14ed68987e0892c5f4fd4/rizzo-meara-composite-01-767x633.jpg ]]>New York can meet its climate goals by defending clean-energy projects, reducing emissions from transport and buildings, and investing in regional cooperation, nuclear power, and grid storage.

       
]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/associational-standing-under-section-1983-and-the-mini-en-banc-defending-education-v-croton-harmon-union-free-school-district/Associational Standing Under Section 1983 and the Mini En Banc: 'Defending Education v. Croton-Harmon Union Free School District'https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972013373/0/nylj-news~Associational-Standing-Under-Section-and-the-Mini-En-Banc-Defending-Education-v-CrotonHarmon-Union-Free-School-District/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/associational-standing-under-section-1983-and-the-mini-en-banc-defending-education-v-croton-harmon-union-free-school-district/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:05:29 EST]]>The Second Circuit overruled its 1973 Aguayo precedent, allowing organizations to bring Section 1983 claims on behalf of members under the Supreme Court's Hunt test. The panel used the Circuit's...

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]]> New York Law JournalMartin Flumenbaum and Brad S. Karphttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/908514053/0/nylj-news.jpgSecond Circuit Review/Columns/Editorials/Expert Opinion https://images.law.com/newyorklawjournal/contrib/content/uploads/sites/389/2021/09/Flumenbaum_Karp.jpg ]]>The Second Circuit overruled its 1973 Aguayo precedent, allowing organizations to bring Section 1983 claims on behalf of members under the Supreme Court's Hunt test. The panel used the Circuit's...

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]]> http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/judge-may-challenge-parking-ticket-pro-se-but-must-not-invoke-judicial-title-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-47/Judge May Challenge Parking Ticket Pro Se but Must Not Invoke Judicial Title: Judicial Ethics Opinion 26-47https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/972012275/0/nylj-news~Judge-May-Challenge-Parking-Ticket-Pro-Se-but-Must-Not-Invoke-Judicial-Title-Judicial-Ethics-Opinion/http://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2026/10/27/judge-may-challenge-parking-ticket-pro-se-but-must-not-invoke-judicial-title-judicial-ethics-opinion-26-47/Tue, 27 Oct 2026 03:59:59 EST]]>A full-time judge may appear in local court pro se to challenge a parking ticket, but must not invoke his/her judicial title and should not volunteer the information that he/she is an attorney.

       
]]> New York Law JournalCommittee on Judicial Ethicshttps://feeds.feedblitz.com/-/972012230/0/nylj-news.jpgJudicial Ethics/Judicial Ethics Opinions https://k2-prod-alm.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/brightspot/ad/cd/59693e4b4cf89baee5da9ed52d20/parking-ticket-adobestock-500811993-jpeg767x505.jpg ]]>A full-time judge may appear in local court pro se to challenge a parking ticket, but must not invoke his/her judicial title and should not volunteer the information that he/she is an attorney.

       
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