NYCLA Amicus Curiae

NYCLA Amicus Curiae Podcast is proud to share our conversation with Lewis Tesser, is a founding partner and counsel at the New York law firm of Tesser, Ryan & Rochman, LLP & Charles "Chet" Kerr advocate and senior advisor for both for-profit and not-for-profit companies and groups. Both Lewis Tesser & Charles "Chet" Kerr are members of NYCLA's Justice Center Task Force charged with investigating the problem of innocent people pleading guilty and plea bargaining system which provides the imputus to do so. In 2019 the task force issued a report: Solving the Problem of Innocent People Pleading Guilty. This conversation hopes to provide elucidation on the issue and how to address the inherent challenges of a system intent on creating efficiencies, however in doing so it also creates injustices for those who are innocent.

NYCLA Amicus Curiae is proud to present this conversation with Richard P. Swanson, NYCLA Vice President, discussing the SCOTUS ruling regarding vaccine mandates in the National Federation of Independent Business et al., v. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, et al., the Supreme Court stayed OSHA's COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing, Emergency Temporary Standard (vaccine mandate). The vaccine mandate conversation continues as we are head back into the office. Richard Swanson provides elucidation on the Major Question Doctrine, and the Administrative Law implications made by the Supreme Courts' ruling. Listen now to this enlightening conversation.

NYCLA Amicus Curiae is proud to bring you our latest episode: A Conversation with Brad R. Roth, Professor of Law & Political Science, Wayne State University Law School. Listen to this comprehensive discussion, as Prof. Roth provides elucidation on international laws as they relate to Russia's invasion of the Ukraine. What role does NATO have in this conflict? Does the Geneva Convention apply? What the responsibilities of the international community? This timely discussion provides answers to these questions and more.

We're celebrating Women's History Month with a 3-part series of engaging, informative, and enlightening conversations with women leaders in the legal profession. Listen as our host Daniel K. Wiig asks the questions we really want to know regarding how far we've come and how far we have to go in the pursuit of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our illustrious guests are:

Catherine A. Christian, Chief, Elder Abuse Unit, NY County District Attorney's Office Carol A. Sigmond, Partner, Greenspoon Marder LLP Hon. Elizabeth S. Stong, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge, Eastern District of New York

These women each carry the charge of leadership in the legal field and are excelling. The conversation delves into what more can be done to advance the legal careers of women, and how to advocate for your professional advancement in a world where women are still experiencing firsts and breaking down the barriers of the past.

The New York County Lawyers Association Amics Curiae Podast is proud to bring you its latest episode, A Conversation with Adrienne B. Koch, Partner at Katsky Korins LLP & NYCLA President Elect. She will be continuing the legacy of women who've served as President of the NYCLA, beginning with Rosalind S. Fink, the first woman to be elected NYCLA president in 1997. Adrienne sits down with host Daniel K. Wiig to discuss the preliminary results of our survey investigating 'back-to-work' polices of 163 member firms & solo practitioners. This enlightening conversation takes a closer look at the impact of work from home policies instituted during the pandemic and how the world appears to be transitioning as we head back into the office once again. This is the first of three episodes spotlighting conversations with women leaders of the Bench & Bar during Women's History Month. Stay tuned for more.

Welcome to the 1st episode of 2022: NYCLA Amicus Curiae with Host Dan Wiig. Our esteemed guest is the Hon. Joseph F. Bianco, U.S. Circuit Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit, Co-Chair, Justice For All Initiative. Judge Bianco is here to discuss the circuit-wide civic education initiative -- Justice For All: Courts and the Community which was launched by former Chief Judge Robert A. Katzmann to increase public understanding of the role and operations of the courts and bring courts closer to the community. Judge Bianco serves as Co-Chair of the initiative with Judge Victor Marrero of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. Listen as Hon. Bianco discusses this vital initiative, the impact of outreach through education, and the goal of delivering fair & equitable access to justice. Listen NOW!

The New York County Lawyers Association is proud to present the latest episode of Amicus Curiae with host Daniel K. Wiig.: A Conversation with Jeffrey T. Zaino, Vice President of the Commercial Division of the American Arbitration Association in New York. This episode is an in depth look into the role of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) & how ADR is serving the increased need of parties who wish to avoid litigation in favor of mediation. Jeffrey also discusses the how ADR is being utilized to tackle cases in the new hybrid legal environment in the midst of the pandemic. Listen now to Episode 14 with guest Jeffrey T. Zaino!

The New York County Lawyers Association is proud to present the latest episode of Amicus Curiae with host Daniel K. Wiig.: A Conversation with Anthe Maria Bova, General Counsel and Director of NYCLA Pro Bono Programs. This episode is an in depth look into Anthe's career journey & the role she serves as both General Counsel & Director of Pro Bono Programs. NYCLA provides opportunities to our Members who want to serve the public interest. NYCLA Members can earn MCLE credits, acquire new skills and help the community. Listen as Anthe shares information on ways to get involved in the NYCLA Mission through NYCLA Pro Bono Programs. Amicus Curiae provides our listeners with actionable insights through candid guest conversations. We hope you enjoy the show and look forward to sharing the stories and journeys of our future guests. Listen now to Episode 13 with guest Anthe Maria Bova!

In this episode of the NYCLA's Amicus Curiae: Candidly Speaking our host Daniel K. Wiig sits down with Viktoriya Liberchuk, Commercial Litigation Associate at Farrell Fritz, P.C., Hamutal Lieberman, Chair of Helbraun Levey's Trademark Group, & Kevin J. Quaratino, Litigation Associate at Foley & Lardner LLP. 3 young successful New York Lawyers who Rock! The focus of the conversation is to provide elucidation on keys to success, the steps you can take as a law student to become a successful lawyer, and to share critical insights on what they don't teach you in law school, but should. This episode is essential for those interested in practicing law, law students and young lawyers. Listen now to our latest episode of NYCLA Amicus Curiae.