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.
Join an NJSBA Committee to Connect with Members and Expand Your Practice
NJSBA President-Elect William H. Mergner Jr. invites members to seek appointment to the Association’s committees for the coming term. The NJSBA has dozens of committees on a wide variety of practice areas that offer a chance for members to expand their network and...
Judiciary Upgrades Wi-Fi in Superior Court Courthouses
The Judiciary announced a statewide upgrade in Wi-Fi infrastructure across all of the state’s Superior Court courthouses. As part of the project, attorneys will use the same Wi-Fi as the public, instead of the "NJ-Attorney" network. The change goes into effect on June...
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 NJSBA Career Center. NJSBA members have exclusive access to view the latest jobs and connect with employers and can post ads at no cost.
Capitol Report: Senate Committee Clears NJSBA-Backed Bill to Move Domestic Violence Contempt Matters to Public Defender
Read this week’s Capitol Report for coverage of the NJSBA’s advocacy on criminal contempt violations in domestic violence matters. Before the Senate Judiciary Committee, the NJSBA testified that these cases implicate fundamental rights and should be handled by the...
NJSBA to Host PRIDE Flag Raising Ceremony
All NJSBA members are invited as we raise the PRIDE flag over the New Jersey Law Center on June 3. The event is presented in cooperation with the Association’s LGBTQ Rights Section. It’s free to attend. Get the details and register today.
NJSBA Member Assistance Program Provides Resources, Services to Address Mental Health Needs
All NJSBA members now have access to the Member Assistance Program, a service that offers 24/7 access to experienced mental health professionals and resources. The program is completely confidential, free of charge and also open eligible household members. Learn more...
Register for the Commission on Professionalism in the Law Awards on June 11
The New Jersey Commission on Professionalism in the Law will present its annual awards on June 11 to celebrate lawyers who uphold the profession’s highest ideals. Read more about this year’s top honorees - Wayne J. Positan, Jeanne LoCicero and Kevin Kelly - who will...
Volunteer Today for NJSBF Speakers Bureau
Join the New Jersey State Bar Foundation's Speakers Bureau today to share your legal expertise with school, community and senior citizens groups throughout the state. Volunteer speakers are also needed for upcoming school career days.
State of Judiciary Speeches Cover Proposed Shake-up in Appellate Division Appointments, Rise in Filings
The NJSBA welcomed state Supreme Court Chief Justice Stuart Rabner and U.S. District Court Chief Judge Renée Marie Bumb for their yearly addresses at the Annual Meeting and Convention last week. The pair spoke on the most pressing topics facing the Judiciary,...
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...
Meet 2024-2025 NJSBA President William H. Mergner Jr.
William H. Mergner Jr. took the oath of office last week as president of the NJSBA for the 2024-2025 term. Watch his welcome video to learn more about the Association's new president as told by friends and colleagues.
Check Out Highlights from NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention
The NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention concluded three days of spectacular programming and networking. Check out the NJSBA blog for a rundown of some of the highlights from the conference.
Hubert installed as Secretary of the Association
NEW BRUNSWICK – Craig J. Hubert was sworn in as secretary of the New Jersey State Bar Association at its Annual Meeting and Convention. He is on track to become president of the Association in 2029. Hubert is co-managing partner at Szaferman, Lakind, Blumstein &...
Timothy F. McGoughran is NJSBA’s immediate past president
NEW BRUNSWICK – Timothy F. McGoughran became the immediate past president of the New Jersey State Bar Association on May 16. McGoughran, a family law attorney in Ocean Township, said leading the Association as its NJSBA’s 125th president was one of the greatest honors...
Garcia is First Vice President of NJSBA
NEW BRUNSWICK - Norberto A. Garcia was sworn in as first vice president of the New Jersey State Bar Association, the state’s largest professional organization of judges, lawyers and legal professionals. He was installed during the NJSBA 2024 Annual Meeting. Garcia, a...