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.
New Jersey Lawyer Examines Artificial Intelligence in the Legal World
The April edition of New Jersey Lawyer is dedicated to the emergence of artificial intelligence in the law and the many ways it can reach attorneys in practice. The magazine also features practice tips on improving legal writing, how to manage work emails and a...
Nominations Open for Municipal Court Section Practitioner of the Year Award
The NJSBA's Municipal Court Section is accepting nominations for its annual Practitioner of the Year Award by today at noon. The award recipient will be honored during the section's business meeting the Annual Meeting and Convention in May. Nominations should be in...
Capitol Report: For-profit Debt Collection Bill Advances Through Assembly Committee Over Strong Opposition by Consumer Rights Groups
This week’s Capitol Report covers the NJSBA’s advocacy regarding a bill that would allow certain for-profit debt adjusters to operate in New Jersey. The Association opposes the bill over its impact on consumers. Read the full report here.
Unlock the Value of Your NJSBA Membership
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...
NJSBA to Celebrate Diverse Judges on April 30
Join the NJSBA for this annual celebration of the state’s diverse bench. The celebration will honor U.S. District Judge Evelyn Padin and Essex County Assignment Judge Sheila A. Venable with the Justice Thurgood Marshall Award for advancing diversity and inclusion in...
Commission on Professionalism in the Law Awards Set for June
The New Jersey Commission on Professionalism in the Law will present its annual awards on June 12 to celebrate lawyers who uphold the profession’s highest ideals. Register today.
Tischler Awards Celebrates Esteemed Family Law Attorney
Beatrice Kandell is this year’s recipient of the annual Saul Tischler Award, presented by the NJSBA’s Family Law Section for lifelong contributions in advancing the practice of family law. The section paid tribute to Kandell during an award reception on April 8. View...
Free Law Related Publications from NJSBF
Do you know an educator or client who could benefit from civics publications? The New Jersey State Bar Foundation offers more than 30 publications on topics like adoption, animal law, disability law and more, for educators and the public. Download the publications for...
NJSBA Pro Bono Committee Accepting Nominations For 2025 Annual Awards
Submit your nominees today for the NJSBA Pro Bono Committee's 2025 annual awards, presented to members of the legal profession with an outstanding commitment to providing legal services to the state’s underserved residents. The deadline to submit nominations is June...
#ReaffirmTheOath to Stand Against Attacks on the Rule of Law
In the face of unprecedented attacks against the rule of law and the legal profession, attorneys across the country are encouraged to renew the lawyer’s pledge on or before Law Day on May 1. Learn more about how to participate here.
Legal Leaders to Speak Up for Justice – Virtual Zoom Event on April 15
Join U.S. District Court Judge Esther Salas and other prominent judges and academics as they support the judiciary at a time when democracy and judges are under unprecedented attack. Speak Up for Justice, a virtual zoom event on April 15, will address the need to...
NJSBA Nominating Committee Seeks Candidate for Delegate to American Bar Association
The NJSBA’s Nominating Committee invites members to apply to fill a vacancy to serve as a delegate to the American Bar Association. The vacancy is for a two-year term, effective for participation at the August 2025 ABA Annual Meeting. Read more about the criteria and...
Capitol Report: NJSBA Argues Interplay of DOBI Regulations and Rules of Professional Conduct Before Appellate Division
This week’s Capitol Report covers the NJSBA’s advocacy in Anchor Law Firm, PLLC v. State of New Jersey. The Association appeared as amicus in the Appellate Division to argue against a provision in the the New Jersey Debt Adjustment and Credit Counseling Act that...
Programming Schedule Set for the 2025 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention
The 2025 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention is the CLE event of the year, with 25 practice area and interest tracks and over 100 programs to peruse. Check out the array of seminars looking at every aspect of the law facing New Jersey practitioners. View CLE seminars...
NJSBA and Lowenstein Sandler Announce First-of-Its-Kind Partnership
The New Jersey State Bar Association (NJSBA) and law firm Lowenstein Sandler are proud to announce a first-of-its-kind annual partnership that will unite the two organizations across a series of the NJSBA’s flagship events and initiatives. This unique collaboration...