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.
Capitol Report: NJSBA Raises Concerns with Bill Limiting Employer-Mandated Political Participation
The NJSBA weighed in on a state bill that prohibits employers from requiring employees to attend employer-sponsored meetings or participate in any communications related to political matters with employers or their agents or representatives. Read the full Capitol...
Join an NJSBA Committee to Connect with Members and Expand Your Practice
NJSBA President Christine A. Amalfe invites members to seek appointment to the Association’s committees for the 2025-26 bar year. The NJSBA has dozens of committees on a wide variety of practice areas that offer a chance for members to expand their network and career....
Legal Research: Easy Access for NJSBA Members
NJSBA members can access the Decisis legal research tool directly through the NJSBA website. Simply sign in to your account, click the Decisis banner and use the "Login to Decisis" button on the main page to access the comprehensive national case law library.
Federal Court Debuts Civics Learning Center Website
The U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey has launched a learning center website to increase civic knowledge, promote active citizenship and provide accessible resources for educators and students. Learn more here.
Celebrate Juneteenth with the Minorities in the Profession Section
All are welcome at the New Jersey Law Center on June 18 to commemorate Juneteenth. Show off your historical knowledge in an evening of trivia, celebration and fellowship among the greater New Jersey legal community and beyond. Register today.
Become a Sponsor of the NJSBF Medal of Honor
Support the New Jersey State Bar Foundation’s Medal of Honor Award Celebration and honorees retired state Supreme Court Justice Lee A. Solomon and NJSBA Past President Domenick Carmagnola. Proceeds benefit the Foundation’s Law School Scholarship Program. Become a...
New Jersey Lawyer Explores the Evolving Practice of Cannabis Law
The June edition of New Jersey Lawyer is dedicated to key topics in cannabis law as the state responds to evolving regulations and public sentiment. The issue explores a wide range of subjects – including regulation enforcement, zoning laws and social equity – that...
Pride Month Celebrated with Flag-Raising Ceremony
The New Jersey State Bar Association kicked off Pride Month with a flag-raising ceremony on June 4. NJSBA President Christine A. Amalfe joined members of the Association’s LGBTQ Rights Section to hoist the rainbow-colored Pride Flag over the New Jersey Law Center in...
Deadline Extended – NJSBA Pro Bono Committee Accepting Nominations For 2025 Annual Awards
Submit your nominees today for the NJSBA Pro Bono Committee's 2025 annual awards, presented to members of the legal profession with an outstanding commitment to providing legal services to the state’s underserved residents. The deadline to submit nominations is June...
NJICLE Business Law Symposium Returns for 2025
Join NJICLE on June 11 for the annual Business Law Symposium, where legal professionals and business leaders will come together to explore the latest trends and challenges in business law. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and network with industry...
Capitol Report: NJSBA to Supreme Court – Lawyer’s Duty to Non-Clients Is Limited, Saffer Fees Not Available
Attorney liability for malpractice against non-clients is limited and should not be expanded to include beneficiaries of a will drafted by the attorney, the NJSBA said in its amicus curiae filing to the New Jersey Supreme Court. Read about the filing here.
NJICLE Presents: North Korea Human Rights Challenges – What Lawyers Can Do
A special NJICLE program on June 18 will explore how legal professionals can advocate for the rights of North Korean refugees. The seminar will feature an expert panel, including a North Korean solider and escapee with a rare perspective into the reclusive nation....
Celebrate Juneteenth with the Minorities in the Profession Section
All are welcome at the New Jersey Law Center on June 18 to commemorate Juneteenth. Show off your historical knowledge in an evening of trivia, celebration and fellowship among the greater New Jersey legal community and beyond. Register today.
NJSBA Nominating Committee Seeks Candidates for Warren County Trustee
The NJSBA Nominating Committee invites members to apply for a vacant position as the Warren County Trustee on the Association's governing body. Read more about the criteria and how to apply here.
NJSBF to Host Law and Disability Conference on June 10
The New Jersey State Bar Foundation, in collaboration with the Community Law Health Project, will hold a free public event about legal issues facing people with disabilities, including juvenile justice, immigration and domestic violence matters. The conference will be...