Law Day in Brooklyn brought judges, lawyers and officials together to affirm the rule of law and its link to the American dream.
Wilson, who has served as chief judge of New York since 2023, was the first African American to hold that position.
Judge Wilson focuses on the Constitution’s Promise, “Out of Many, One” (E pluribus unum), as a key part of US identity.
Domenick Napoletano, President of the New York State Bar Association, congratulates honorees of the Judith S. Kaye Service Awards.
The New York court system is calling on young artists to capture the spirit of unity through their craft in honor of Law Day 2025.
On Wednesday, May 8, the Kings County Supreme Court in Downtown Brooklyn marked its annual Law Day ceremony, embracing this year’s theme, “Voices of Democracy.”
A prominent Queens attorney has been picked by New York’s court leaders to serve as the state’s first-ever civic engagement coordinator. Zenith Taylor, who currently
The New York State Courts marked Law Day 2024 at the Court of Appeals Hall in Albany on Wednesday, celebrating the theme “Voices of Democracy.” The event highlighted the importance
As Law Day approaches on May 1, the court is providing a unique opportunity for high school students across New York State to showcase their creativity and understanding of democracy.
Brooklyn’s courtrooms were alive with the sound of music and resounding speeches as the Kings County Supreme Court celebrated its annual Law Day on Wednesday at the iconic courthouse on
The Kings County Supreme Court commemorated Law Day with a special event held in the central jury room on Wednesday. The celebration featured a keynote address by Hon. Sylvia Hinds-Radix,
On Monday, May 1, the New York State Court of Appeals will host Law Day, an annual event celebrating the rule of law in the United States. This year’s theme,
New Chief Judge Rowan Wilson will get his first opportunity to speak publicly since being confirmed as the State’s top judge at a New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) Law
The Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project (VLP) hosted a pair of judges — Hon. Elizabeth Stong from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern Division and Hon. Ellen Spodek
While public gatherings have been put on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic, Chief Judge Janet DiFiore and Attorney General Letitia James maintained a 30-year tradition in New York when
With courthouses and bar associations largely closed across the entire state, the New York State Unified Court System, the NYS Bar Association, and the State’s Attorney General’s Office will host
Ever since 1968, Law Day has been the annual May 1st celebration of the law by bar associations, law schools and courthouses all over the country and in Brooklyn. Many
Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Lawrence Knipel explained that when he first heard the theme for this year’s Law Day he was surprised. After all, how could “Free Speech, Free Press,
Continuing a tradition started in 1957, Kings County judicial officials celebrated Law Day on May 8 at the Criminal Courthouse on Jay Street. According to information provided by Justice Lawrence Knipel,