New York Judicial Committee renamed to honor Justice Betty Weinberg Ellerin
April 23, 2024 Robert Abruzzese, Courthouse Editor
The New York State Judicial Committee on Women in the Courts was recently renamed the Hon. Betty Weinberg Ellerin Committee on Women in the Courts in her honor, reflecting her profound impact and legacy. Brooklyn Eagle photo by Robert Abruzzese
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The New York State Judicial Committee on Women in the Courts has been renamed to honor Justice Betty Weinberg Ellerin, a key figure in promoting gender equality in the legal system.
Established in 1986, the newly named Hon. Betty Weinberg Ellerin Committee on Women in the Courts addresses issues related to gender bias affecting women litigants, attorneys and court employees.
Justice Ellerin, who has chaired the committee for many years, is recognized for her leadership and dedication to advancing women’s rights within and beyond the New York State Courts.