News from the NJSBA

The NJSBA is often a friend-of-the-court in state and federal appellate cases to advocate on issues that affect lawyers, judges and the public. View a list of our amicus cases here. If you know of a case the Amicus Committee should consider, just submit this form.

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.

The Judiciary adopted several NJSBA-backed proposals to improve the civil arbitration procedures, including relief for filing a trial de novo demand, an increase in civil arbitrator compensation, limits in the length of arbitration statements and other changes. Read...

A special NJICLE program on July 24 will connect jazz and the blues to the legal world. Learn how the music, with its rich history of struggle, change and resilience, can provide a better understanding of your ethical obligations as a lawyer. Register here.

Submit nominations today for the NJSBA Pro Bono Committee's 2025 annual awards, presented to members of the legal profession who demonstrate outstanding commitment to providing legal services to the state’s underserved residents. Click here to apply.

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....

The NJSBA cautions members against responding to deceptive emails designed to look like official Association communications. Members have reported receiving emails with the domain “njsba.com.virumail.com,” a scam address that is not affiliated with the NJSBA. Those...

The NJSBA celebrated Juneteenth with a dinner hosted by the Minorities in the Profession Section. Dozens came to the New Jersey Law Center on June 18 to commemorate the freedom of slaves in the United States. View the photo album here and download pictures with the...

Learn more about navigating the key legal issues facing older adults at this free conference, held at the New Jersey Law Center and virtually. Topics presented by leaders from the NJSBA Elder and Disability Law Section will include scams facing the aging population,...

The NJSBA’s governing body adopted a $10.9 million budget for 2025-2026 and acted on other business items at its June meeting. Read the update here.

The NJSBA is seeking members who are interested in serving in a leadership role for the Administrative Law Section. Among the duties are organizing meetings, tracking legislation, coordinating CLE sessions — all with the assistance of colleagues and NJSBA staff. For...

Check out the New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education's on-demand library to stream award-winning CLE programs, available 24/7 worldwide. This month’s featured on-demand program is a civil case law update with top New Jersey judges and attorneys. Learn...

A special NJICLE seminar on June 30 will present a lighthearted yet informative recap of the most impactful cases from the prior U.S. Supreme Court year and what to expect in the fall. The program will highlight the critical issues and holdings, and how these...

Check out the NJSBA’s member benefits page for exclusive access to a wide range of resources that help with practice management, mental health and well-being, legal research and more. Browse to get the most out of your NJSBA membership and its member-only discounts on...

The New Jersey Commission on Professionalism in the Law paid tribute on June 12 to three individuals who uphold the profession’s highest ideals and who have significant career achievements. Dozens of attorneys from bar associations across the state also earned...