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 PracticeHQ Presents – Prepping Word Docs and PDFs for E-Filing
Join the NJSBA on Oct. 9 for a free lunchtime webinar on the basics of preparing a Word document and PDF for e-filing. The program will also cover metadata removal, redactions and making PDFs text-searchable. Visit the NJSBA’s PracticeHQ suite for more practical...
Medal of Honor Sponsorships Available for NJSBF’s Biggest Night
Make a difference by sponsoring the New Jersey State Bar Foundation's Medal of Honor Award Celebration on Sept. 24. Proceeds help fund the Foundation’s Law School Scholarship Program. Support NJSBF and congratulate honorees Hon. Peter F. Bariso, Jr., A.J.S.C (Ret.)...
Unlock the Value of Your NJSBA Membership
Did you know? NJSBA members have exclusive access to a wide range of resources that help with practice management, mental health and well-being, legal research and more. Click here to get the most out of your NJSBA membership and its member-only discounts on products,...
NJSBA’s Advocacy Work Protects Attorney Interests
The NJSBA has had a productive year protecting the rights, interests and livelihood of attorneys. From working to preserve referral fee payments to out-of-state attorneys, to championing improvements to the state’s ineffective system of assigned counsel, the results...
NJSBA Members Enjoy Night of Networking and Baseball
The Somerset Patriots in Bridgewater hosted dozens of NJSBA members for a fun evening with colleagues against the backdrop of Double-A baseball. Stay tuned for more membership outings with the NJSBA. View the photo album here.
NJSBA Leadership Backs Judicial Security Resolution at ABA Annual Meeting
Read about the NJSBA’s trip to the American Bar Association’s Annual Meeting in Chicago, the largest gathering of colleagues in state bar associations around the country. A delegation of NJSBA leaders supported a resolution urging Congress to improve the security of...
NJSBA Members Invited to Help New Food Pantry at Federal Courthouse
Danny’s Pantry opened in Newark last week, in remembrance of Daniel Anderl, the son of U.S. District Judge Esther Salas. NJSBA members are invited to donate and volunteer to benefit food-insecure residents and the federal re-entry program. Learn how to get involved or...
Capitol Report: Attorneys Who Purchase Other Attorneys’ Names As Keyword Searches Violates RPCs, NJSBA Says
This week’s Capitol Report covers the NJSBA’s advocacy against attorneys purchasing the names of other attorneys to redirect web traffic to their own websites. The NJSBA asked the state Supreme Court to join six other states in declaring the practice unethical. Read...
Celebrate Pro Bono Excellence with the NJSBA
All are welcome to attend the NJSBA’s annual Pro Bono Awards on Oct. 29, dedicated to attorneys who show outstanding commitment to providing legal services to the state’s underserved residents. The awards will honor six inspiring individuals, firms and corporate legal...
Statement of NJSBA President William H. Mergner Jr. on the Supreme Court’s Decision in State v. Thomas Zingis – Aug. 8, 2024
Today’s decision is a huge victory for transparency and levels the playing field for all in DUI matters. Up until now, defendants and their counsel had no reliable means to determine whether a prior DUI conviction was tainted by a miscalibrated Alcotest machine and...
NJLAP Newsletter Offers Well-Being Tips for Lawyers
Read the August issue of the New Jersey Lawyers Assistance Program’s newsletter for advice on how attorneys can plan for retirement, practice self care in the summer and enhance their emotional intelligence. The edition also offers wellness columns and information on...
NJSBF Medal of Honor Tickets Available
Reserve a spot at the New Jersey State Bar Foundation’s Medal of Honor Awards Celebration, honoring Hon. Peter F. Bariso, Jr., A.J.S.C (Ret.) and former NJSBA president Karol Corbin Walker with the Foundation's most prestigious award. Mark your calendar for Sept. 24....
Board of Trustees Report, July 17, 2024
NJSBA Board of Trustees Report July 17, 2024 Note: This does not constitute official minutes Comments on FM Case Management Order: The Board agreed to submit comments on the Judiciary’s proposal to remove the FM Case Management Order as an appendix to the Court Rules....
Become an Informed Voter with the NJSBF
With the November elections fast approaching, join the the New Jersey State Bar Foundation on Sept. 17 for a free webinar that will provide a non-partisan overview about the voting process and how to gather information on candidates from trustworthy sources. The...
NJSBA Member Assistance Program Teaches Keys to Effective Communication
The NJSBA's Member Assistance Program is a free confidential service that offers 24/7 phone, text or mobile access to a mental health professional and a wellness library of more than 25,000 self-help resources. Check out an article from Charles Nechtem Associates, the...