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.
Unlock the Value of Your NJSBA Membership
Check out the NJSBA’s member benefits page for exclusive access to a wide range of resources that help with practice management, mental health and well-being, legal research and more. Browse to get the most out of your NJSBA membership and its member-only discounts on...
Capitol Report: Open Recall Bill Amendments Ease NJSBA Consumer Protection Concerns
This week’s Capitol Report covers the NJSBA’s advocacy on the Motor Vehicle Open Recall Notice and Fair Compensation Act, proposed legislation that would reform outstanding vehicle recalls and wages for mechanics. The NJSBA initially opposed the bill, but testified in...
Highlights from the NJSBA Annual Bowling and Networking Event
Thanks to everyone who joined the NJSBA at Bowlero North Brunswick on Feb. 27 for a fun night of lighthearted competition and networking. Check out the photo album here.
NJSBA Comments on Attorney Succession Planning
The NJSBA has long promoted succession planning strategies for law firms. Read the Association's recent letter on how the Judiciary can improve guidance and training on the best approaches to succession planning.
Get Discounts on the Newest ABA Books
Did you know? NJSBA members can save 15% off the newest American Bar Association books. Visit the ABA website and use the promo code PAB8ENJB to shop the latest releases at a discount.
NJSBF Law Scholarship Application Portal Is Open
Law students are invited to apply for one of the New Jersey State Bar Foundation’s 14 law school scholarships. Applications are open to full-time law students entering their second or third year of law school in fall 2025 or part-time law students who have completed...
NJSBA Leaders Talk Professionalism at Rutgers Law School
First-year students at Rutgers Law School in Newark got a lesson on attorney professionalism and relationships from the NJSBA and other state leaders in the law. The panel discussion covered a wide range of topics on the importance of a lawyer's relationships – with...
NJSBA PracticeHQ Presents – Top Trends in Ethical Cybersecurity
Join the NJSBA on March 12 for a free lunchtime webinar all about cybersecurity and the precautions lawyers must take to protect client info and data in their custody. The seminar will cover how to work from anywhere safely and what vulnerabilities to keep in mind....
NJLAP Newsletter Offers Well-Being Tips for the Legal Profession
Read the March issue of the New Jersey Lawyers Assistance Program’s newsletter for information on recovery from eating disorders, the difference between stress and anxiety and forest bathing for stress management. The edition also offers wellness columns and...
The NJICLE Federal Practice Bench-Bar Symposium is April 10
The annual 2025 Federal Practice Bench-Bar Symposium returns on April 10 for a special event on the interplay between federal and state court procedure. Don’t miss the unique chance to join U.S. District Court Chief Judge Renée Marie Bumb, along with 28 federal judges...
Deadline Extended – Nominations Open for Commission on Professionalism’s O’Hern, Hollenbeck Awards
The New Jersey Commission on Professionalism in the Law is seeking nominations for the Daniel J. O'Hern Award and the Charles J. Hollenbeck Award. Each award recognizes members of the legal community who have demonstrated the highest standards of professionalism. The...
Board of Trustees Report, Feb. 28, 2025
NJSBA Board of Trustees Report Feb. 28, 2025 Note: This does not constitute official minutes NJSBA statement on attacks against the rule of law: In response to a request from the LGBTQ Rights Section and concerns about action being taken against certain judges and law...
NJSBA Asks Appellate Court to Reiterate Expansive Review of Child Sex Assault Act Passive Liability Claims
Read this week’s Capitol Report for an update on the NJSBA’s ongoing advocacy to expand victim protections under the state’s Child Sexual Abuse Act. The report also covers the Association’s opposition to a state bill that would require juvenile defendants to appear in...
NJSBA Member Assistance Program is Here to Help
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. Learn how to get the mental health support you need with...
NJSBA Celebrates Black History Month
Musical performances, elected leaders and a panel discussion on breaking barriers highlighted this year’s Black History Month celebration, hosted at the New Jersey Law Center on Feb. 19. The NJSBA’s Minorities in the Profession Section welcomed many distinguished...