News from the NJSBA
Get all the latest news from the NJSBA about the Association, it’s advocacy, people and happenings, as well as statements and press releases about current events.
NJSBA Celebrates Padin, Venable at Annual Judges Reception
The NJSBA honored U.S. District Judge Evelyn Padin and Essex County Assignment Judge Sheila A. Venable at its annual celebration of the state’s diverse jurists last week. They received this year’s Justice Thurgood Marshall Award, dedicated to judges who advance...
‘Privilege of a Lifetime’: NJSBA President William H. Mergner Jr. Reflects on a Year of Service
Read outgoing NJSBA President William H. Mergner Jr.'s farewell message to members as he reflects on his year of leadership over state’s largest association of judges, lawyers, and legal professionals.
Capitol Report: Appellate Division Agrees with NJSBA in Review of New Jersey’s Child Sexual Assault Act
This week’s Capitol Report covers the NJSBA’s successful advocacy for an expanding reading of the state Child Sexual Assault Act to allow more victims of sexual abuse to file claims. Read the full report here.
Well-Being Week Returns to Support Attorney Wellness
Well-Being in the Law Week will return from May 5-9 with a series of webinars that highlight the importance of healthy living in the legal community. Starting Monday, the New Jersey Lawyers Assistance Program will host a free virtual program each day that focuses on a...
Annual Meeting Ticketed Events Available
The biggest annual event of the New Jersey legal community is almost here. The NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention, from May 14-16, brings together thousands of attorneys, judges and professionals to learn and network. Tickets are available for special lunch...
NJSBF’s High School Mock Trial Program Brings Civics to Life
The New Jersey State Bar Foundation’s annual Vincent J. Apruzzese Mock Trial Competition had another successful year of providing interactive learning experiences in the law for high school students. Read more about the benefits of the mock trial program as told by...
NJSBF’s Spring 2025 Edition of Respect Available
The latest issue of Respect, the New Jersey State Bar Foundation’s newsletter on diversity and inclusion matters, features articles on school segregation in New Jersey, fast fashion and the prison labor system. Download it here.
Be Part of the NJSBA 2025 Annual Meeting and Convention – Become a Sponsor
The NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention is the best place to elevate your products and services in New Jersey’s legal community, with different sponsorship levels available to meet your branding needs. Sponsorships are selling fast. Don’t miss the chance to be part of...
NJSBA Board of Trustees Takes Action at April Meeting
The NJSBA’s Board of Trustees acted on several measures at its April meeting and recognized eight outgoing Trustees whose seats will be filled in the next term. Read more here.
Earn 16 CLE credits at the NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention
NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention attendees can choose from an array of educational seminars that span the profession, including top notch programming in criminal, civil and family law practice, the latest in artificial intelligence and programs for newly admitted...
Reminder: NJSBA to Celebrate Diverse Judges on Wednesday Night
There’s still time to join the NJSBA for this annual celebration of the state’s diverse bench. The celebration will honor U.S. District Judge Evelyn Padin and Essex County Assignment Judge Sheila A. Venable with the Justice Thurgood Marshall Award for advancing...
2025 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention – Featuring Retired U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Stephen Breyer
Retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer will make a special appearance at the 2025 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention in Atlantic City for a captivating discussion on the judicial philosophy that informed his nearly three decades on the nation’s highest...
Capitol Report: Court Seeks Comments on Proposed Amendments to Landlord Tenant Rules and Forms
This week’s Capitol Report covers the Judiciary seeking comments on proposed amendments to the landlord tenant rules, and forms and proposed standards for presenting electronic media in courtrooms. Read the full report here.
Rethink the Billable Hour in the AI Era with NJICLE
Artificial intelligence is making lawyers faster, yet many still struggle to increase revenue. Don’t miss this special NJICLE seminar on April 30 that will guide attorneys through proven pricing strategies that increase profitability without increasing workload....
AI to Headline Opening Business Session at 2025 Annual Meeting and Convention
The NJSBA’s 2025 Annual Meeting and Convention will kick off May 14 with a thoughtful discussion with Suffolk Law School Dean Andrew Perlman and an expert panel on the staying power of artificial intelligence and how attorneys can incorporate it into their practice....