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 Comments on Proposed Rule Amendments in Juvenile Delinquency Cases
The NJSBA responded to proposed Court Rule amendments that limit a prosecutor from seeking extensions on a motion for waiver of family part jurisdiction in juvenile delinquency cases to ensure juveniles are not unnecessarily detained for prolonged periods. Read the...
NJSBF Seeks Nominations for Medal of Honor
The New Jersey State Bar Foundation is seeking nominations for the Medal of Honor, its most prestigious award, given to lawyers, law-related professionals and people who have made significant contributions to the advancement of the justice system or legal profession...
Distinguished Civil Practice Judges, Attorney Tapped for McLaughlin Awards
The NJSBA’s Civil Trial Bar Section will celebrate the highest standards of civility, legal competence and professionalism at the annual James J. McLaughlin Award ceremony on Feb. 11. Read more about this year’s honorees and their contributions to civil trial practice...
Pitch a CLE program for the NJSBA’s Annual Meeting in May
The NJSBA invites ideas for continuing legal education seminars presented at the Annual Meeting and Convention, scheduled for May 14-16 at Borgata Casino Hotel & Spa in Atlantic City. Proposals must include a program topic or title, a brief description, a list of...
Join MIPS to Celebrate Black History Month
The Minorities in the Profession Section of the NJSBA invites the legal community to celebrate Black History Month at a free event on Feb. 19. Experience this inspiring presentation of Black history with musical performances, a keynote speaker to be announced and a...
Make Plans to Join NJSBA Bowling Networking Tournament
The NJSBA’s annual “Battle of the Bars” bowling event returns to Bowlero North Brunswick on Feb. 27. Make plans to join for a night of bowling, fierce competition, networking, food and much more. Learn more and register here.
Dozens of Candidates Have Filed for NJSBA Leadership Positions
The NJSBA Nominating Committee will interview candidates this week. All deliberations are confidential. To learn more about the candidates and process, click here.
Capitol Report: NJSBA-Drafted Workers Compensation Bill Gets Assembly Committee Nod
This week’s Capitol Report provides updates on an NJSBA-drafted bill to adjust compensation rates for board and lodging in workers’ compensation claims. Read the full report here.
NJSBA Member Assistance Program is Here to Help
The NJSBA's Member Assistance Program is a free confidential service that offers 24/7 phone, text or mobile access to a mental health professional and a wellness library of more than 25,000 self-help resources. Learn how to get the mental health support you need with...
Volunteers Needed to Provide Legal Assistance for First Responders
Join the NJSBA’s Young Lawyers Division in Atlantic City from Feb. 4-5 for a volunteer Wills for Heroes effort. The goal is to prepare simple wills, powers of attorney and health care proxy documents at the Firefighters' Mutual Benevolent Association 2025 Educational...
2025 Family Law Symposium is Days Away – Register Now
There’s still time to join nearly four dozen judges and legal experts on Jan. 24-25 at 2025’s premier family law event. Learn everything you need to represent your family law clients effectively and the practice’s intersection with other areas, like estate planning,...
Statement of NJSBA President William H. Mergner Jr. on Judge Glenn A. Grant’s Retirement
The New Jersey State Bar Association congratulates Judge Glenn A. Grant on a long career dedicated to public service. Judge Grant navigated massive transformations in the state Judiciary during his 16-year tenure as acting director of the Administrative Office of the...
Check Out the Winter 2025 Edition of The Legal Eagle
The winter edition of The Legal Eagle, a legal newsletter that is not just for kids, is now available. The issue, published by the New Jersey State Bar Foundation, includes cellphone use in schools, how an NCAA settlement transforms college sports and thoughts on the...
Celebrate Muslim Heritage Month with NJMLA
The New Jersey Muslim Lawyers Association’s annual Muslim Heritage Month Celebration will be held at the New Jersey Law Center on Jan. 23. The NJSBA is a co-sponsor. The night will feature a Q&A with state Superior Court Judge Nadia Kahf, musical performances and...
Best-Selling Author, Girls Who Code Founder to Headline 2025 Women’s Leadership Conference
The annual NJSBA Women's Leadership Conference returns on March 3 with special keynote speaker Reshma Saujani, who has spent more than a decade building movements to fight for women and girls’ economic empowerment. Register for this year’s program to hear leaders in...