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.
Tailor How You Receive CommunityNET in Your Inbox
The NJSBA's CommunityNET is a great resource for section and committee members to ask practice questions, share information about services, and much more. Members have the power to set when messages are delivered, either immediately (real time) or once a day (Daily...
One Click for NJSBA Members to Access Legal Research Tool
NJSBA members can log in to the member benefit legal research tool, Decisis, directly through the NJSBA website. All members need to do to access the comprehensive, national Decisis case library is head to njsba.com, sign in to your account, and click on the Decisis...
Board of Trustees Report, March 24, 2024
New Jersey State Bar Association Board of Trustees Report of March 2024 NOTE: This does not constitute official minutes. Government affairs: The trustees voted on several pending bills. The trustees supported S2437 (Pou), which would direct the state Office of...
Early-Bird Registration Discount for NJSBA 2024 Annual Meeting and Convention Ends Today
Don’t delay. Register today for the best pricing on the biggest annual legal event of the year. Join the NJSBA in Atlantic City from May 15-17 for three days of networking, learning and connecting with the vendors and services attorneys need. Check out the education...
NJSBA Weighs in on the Role of Attorneys in Proposed Psychedelics Bill
Read the NJSBA’s letter to the Judiciary on the potential legalization of psychedelics in New Jersey and how attorneys can represent clients in this space without running afoul of the Rules of Professional Conduct. The Association recommended carving out an exception...
Capitol Report: NJ Law Revision Commission, NJSBA to Review Withholding of Gets
This week’s Capitol Report covers the New Jersey Law Revision Commission’s intent to partner with the NJSBA on reviewing the constitutional issues posed when withholding a get in a religious divorce. The report also details the NJSBA’s advocacy in expediting the...
NJSBA Members Who Inspire: How a Cape May County Attorney Became a Global Marathoner
Meet NJSBA member Daniel J. McCann, a real estate attorney from Cape May County. This fall, he became the 982nd person to complete a marathon on all seven continents. Find out what keeps him moving.
Legal Services of New Jersey Hosting Job Fair April 4
The NJSBA is co-sponsoring a Job Fair hosted by Legal Services of New Jersey on April 4 from 3-6 p.m. LSNJ is looking for attorneys, paralegals, assistants, and more for positions throughout the statewide system of Legal Services organizations. Registration is...
Judiciary Surveys New Jersey Attorneys on AI Use
The state Judiciary invites all active New Jersey attorneys to complete an anonymous survey to better understand their knowledge, perception and use of artificial intelligence in the legal profession. The responses will shape future educational and training...
Bar Foundation Offers Webcast on Cyberbullying and Online Harassment
Join the New Jersey State Bar Foundation on April 18 for a free, interactive webcast on the consequences of media manipulation, including deepfakes and how technology has outpaced the law. Register to attend here.
The NJSBA Docket is Here with the Latest Updates from the Legal Community
Check out the latest issue of The NJSBA Docket, a bulletin with news from the Judiciary, recent Supreme Court and appellate decisions and Association highlights. Read on to get the information and resource you need.
Annual Meeting Ticketed Events Now Available
The biggest annual event of the New Jersey legal community is almost here. The NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention, from May 15-17, brings together thousands of attorneys, judges and professionals to learn and network. Tickets are now available for special lunch...
Volunteers Needed for District Ethics and Fee Arbitration Committees
The state Supreme Court issued a notice clarifying that retired attorneys can volunteer for District Ethics and Fee Arbitration Committees without jeopardizing their retired status. The Judiciary is also seeking attorneys, retired or active, to apply as volunteers for...
Commission on Professionalism Soliciting Nominations for O’Hern, Hollenbeck Awards – Deadline This Week
The New Jersey Commission on Professionalism in the Law is soliciting 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....
NJSBA PracticeHQ Presents — Excel Power Tips for Legal Users
Excel can be a powerful, behind-the-scenes partner to attorneys. It can help with math, improve efficiency and consistency. Dozens of New Jersey State Bar Association members took part in “Excel Power Tips for Legal Users” at a free, lunchtime webinar from PracticeHQ,...