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Call for Nominations: Judge Lisa P. Thornton and Mel Narol Awards
The NJSBA is accepting nominations for awards in memory of Judge Lisa P. Thornton and Mel Narol. The awards recognize those have who inspired others to pursue careers in the law and have spearheaded inclusion for women and minority lawyers. Submit your nominees by...
Solo and Small-Firm Conference Has a Triumphant Return
Attorneys and judges from around the state took part in the NJSBA’s Solo and Small-Firm Conference last week. The event was an opportunity for attorneys to network and learn at programs tailor-made for them. NJSBA Immediate Past President Jeralyn L. Lawrence received...
NJSBA Capitol Report Looks at Pleas in DUI Matters and Auto Theft Offense Updates
Learn the latest from the Judiciary and Statehouse in this week’s Capitol Report. The NJSBA’s latest dispatch looks at a Supreme Court order on pleas in DUI matters and updates on auto theft offenses. Read it here.
The NJICLE Federal Practice Bench-Bar Symposium is April 11
Join U.S. District Court Chief Judge Renée Marie Bumb along with 17 federal judges and 14 esteemed practitioners for this inaugural NJICLE event. The program will focus on the essentials of federal civil and criminal practice, with a networking reception to follow....
Legal Community Celebrates Black History Month at Annual MIPS Event
Dozens of attorneys, students and members of the community took part in the NJSBA Minorities in the Profession Section's annual Black History Month Celebration. The gathering included an inspiring keynote address from Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka, musical performances...
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...
NJSBF Awards Nonprofits with Grant Funding for Law Fellows
The New Jersey State Bar Foundation launched a new grant program to support a fellowship at three New Jersey nonprofit organizations, where recent law school graduates will practice public interest law and develop their advocacy skills. Read more 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. Look out for this update twice a month as we strive to be an information and resource hub for our members.
NJSBA PracticeHQ Presents — Excel Power Tips for Legal Use
Join the NJSBA for a free lunchtime webinar on March 13 to learn the fundamental concepts in Excel, starting with the basics and working up. The program offers real-life examples, including fiduciary accountings, real estate closing statements, disbursement schedules,...
Registration is Officially Open for the NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention
Early-bird registration for the Annual Meeting and Convention on May 15-17 is now open. Secure your spot at the largest annual event of the New Jersey legal community and take advantage of top-notch educational programming at the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa. Learn...
Learn How to Maintain Healthy Family and Work Relationships
Join the NJSBA Member Assistance Program for a free lunchtime webinar on Feb. 29 all about what makes healthy family and working relationships, ways to cope with common relationship issues and stressors within the family and the workplace. Register here.
Women in the Law Celebrate President’s Day with Wellness Program
A special NJICLE program turned the spotlight on prominent women in the law and their experiences with overcoming personal hardship while balancing their careers. A star-studded panel of women—including state and federal judges, NJSBA leaders and partners at major law...
NJSBA Capitol Report: State Senate Committee Considers Changes in Tax Lien Foreclosures, LLC Disclosures
Get the latest from Trenton in this week’s Capitol Report. It looks at action in the New Jersey Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee on tax liens and LLC updates. Read it here.
Solo and Small-Firm Conference Returns on Feb. 24
Don’t miss the CLE event of the year for solo and small-firm attorneys to network and have fun with colleagues. This year’s conference features track programming, where attorneys can choose from three different CLE tracks: honing their skills, starting a sustainable...