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 Paralegal Special Committee Seeks New Members
This NJSBA Special Committee encourages the positive development and advancement of paralegals in New Jersey. To join, fill out the form here and discover the NJSBA’s wide range of Special Committees for every practice area.
Earn Up to 7.9 CLE Credits in One Day at the NJSBA Summer Conference
There’s still time to register for the NJSBA’s Summer Conference on Thursday, a special one-day virtual event where attorneys can earn up to 7.9 CLE credits on the hottest topics for your practice. Learn important information in a range of areas from an impressive...
NJSBA Medical Malpractice Special Committee Seeks New Members
This NJSBA Special Committee is ideal for attorneys seeking to stay current on case law and legislative changes in medical malpractice. To join, fill out the form here and discover the NJSBA’s wide range of Special Committees for every practice area.
Capitol Report: Omnibus Court Rule Amendments Incorporate NJSBA Recommendations; Impact Several Practice Areas
This week’s Capitol Report covers the state Supreme Court’s 2025 Omnibus Rule Amendments that will implement changes to civil, family and criminal practices. The NJSBA supported many of the amendments. Read the full report here.
NJSBA Media Law Special Committee Seeks New Members
Keep your finger on the pulse of the latest developments in media law through this NJSBA Special Committee. To join, fill out the form here and discover the NJSBA’s wide range of Special Committees for every practice area.
NJSBA Members in Motion
NJSBA members form the core of the state’s legal community. Click here for an update on the latest career moves among members. Please share news about NJSBA members with [email protected].
NJSBA and AOC to Present Free Webinar on Cybersecurity and Data Privacy
Join a free webinar on Aug. 20 designed to help attorneys in solo and small firms secure client data and uphold trust. Representatives from the NJSBA and state Judiciary will provide actionable and effective cybersecurity strategies, expert guidance and clear steps to...
NJSBF Awards Scholarships to 13 New Jersey Law Students
Since 1975, the New Jersey State Bar Foundation has fostered pride in the legal profession by supporting the education of future lawyers. Check out what some of this year’s scholarship recipients shared about how the awards make a difference as they pursue careers in...
NJSBA Board of Trustees Acts at July Meeting
Follow the latest actions taken at the NJSBA Board of Trustees meetings. The Board convened in July to weigh in on changes in DWI prosecutions around the state, confirm the honorees for the 2025 Pro Bono Awards and approve meeting locations in 2026 and 2027. Read more...
NJSBA To Host 22nd Annual Chancery Reception
Join the NJSBA on Sept. 30 as it welcomes the state's Chancery Division judges and their law clerks for a social reception to start the new term. The event is open to both NJSBA members and non-members. Sitting judges and clerks can attend for free. Register here.
Learn to Leverage the NJSBA’s Legal Research Platform
NJSBA members have free access to Decisis - a LexisNexis legal research solution that offers a robust library of federal and state cases from all 50 states, along with the latest statutes and regulations that impact your practice. A free Aug. 27 webinar will show how...
NJSBA Weighs in on Independent Contractor Rules
The NJSBA expressed opposition to the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development’s plan to codify the ABC test, a legal standard used to determine whether a worker qualifies as an employee or an independent contractor. The Association warned that the...
NJSBA Malpractice Insurance Special Committee Seeks New Members
This NJSBA Special Committee monitors developments in malpractice insurance law and disseminates information to Association members devoted to loss prevention work. To join, fill out the form here and discover the NJSBA’s wide range of Special Committees for every...
NJSBA Career Center Helps Attorneys Find Their Next Professional Journey – Posting Ads is Free for NJSBA Members
Check out new job openings in the New Jersey legal market through the NJSBA Career Center. NJSBA members have exclusive access to view the latest job listings, connect with employers and can post ads at no cost.
NJSBA Legal Education Special Committee Seeks New Members
This NJSBA Special Committee recommends reforms in legal education and works to maintain and strengthen the working relationship between the Association and the three New Jersey law schools: Rutgers - Newark, Rutgers - Camden and Seton Hall. To join, fill out the form...