New York Law Journal | Expert Opinion
By Paul Shechtman | May 15, 2024
Brenda Andrew's was convicted in Oklahoma of her estranged husband's murder in a trial in which the prosecutor dangled her throng underwear before the jury and otherwise "sex shamed" her. She has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to hear her case. Do the constraints of federal habeas law (AEDPA) make that unlikely?
By Daniel B. Garrie and Michael Mann | May 3, 2024
While AI in the legal profession still has a long way to go before it truly replaces the role of lawyers and judges on a large scale, AI has many uses that can increase efficiency. It is likely that we will only see AI take on a larger role and continue to change the way we practice law.
New York Law Journal | Expert Opinion
By Cynthia Feathers | May 3, 2024
A discussion of the common threshold pitfalls to avoid under the Family Court Act, as well as under CPLR provisions that apply to Family Court cases and appeals pursuant to Family Ct Act §§165 (a) and 1118. It suggests seven questions counsel should consider upon entry of an adverse order in Family Court.
New York Law Journal | Expert Opinion
By Bruce J. Bergman | April 30, 2024
In a continuation of his discussion on the efficacy of a plaintiff's nominal bid at a foreclosure sale, Bruce Bergman takes issue with the Third Department in its ruling in 'Wilmington Savings Fund Society FSB v. Oppitz.'
New York Law Journal | Expert Opinion
By David I. Faust | April 30, 2024
Wedding season is just around the corner, which is a good time to reconsider pre-nups. What are the origins of these agreements and why can they be so tricky for attorneys to negotiate? David I. Faust, partner at Gallet Dreyer & Berkey, explores the legal basis for pre-nups and cohabitation agreements and that, far from being cynical, they're a healthy way to build a solid foundation for a successful relationship.
New York Law Journal | Expert Opinion
By Merril Sobie | April 26, 2024
To an observer, Family Court appears to be, with minor exception, similar to every judicial tribunal. However, the foundation, philosophy, and experiences of Family Court are unique.
New York Law Journal | Expert Opinion
By Larry P. Schiffer | April 25, 2024
Much like judges, mediation purists believe that a good mediator can manage any dispute because mediation skills, like judicial skills, apply across every type of dispute in every type of industry.
New York Law Journal | Expert Opinion
By Noah J. Hanft and Lorraine D. Mandel | April 24, 2024
Arbitration has evolved significantly in the last decade. What general counsel once viewed skeptically has now become the norm and an effective method to resolve disputes. Noah Hanft, arbitrator and mediator with FedArb, along with co-author Lorraine Mandel, also an arbitrator and former general counsel, will walk readers through the many historic concerns of arbitration and update for its current approach.
Corporate Counsel | Expert Opinion
By Darryl Lew, Courtney Hague Andrews and Nida Jafrani | April 19, 2024
The DOJ has raised the bar in terms of what it takes to earn the increased benefits available under the revised policy. This article summarizes the main revisions to the policy and draws lessons learned from the outcomes of negotiated corporate resolutions concluded since its adoption to inform the thinking of in-house teams whether they engage with the department proactively or reactively regarding potential criminal wrongdoing.
New York Law Journal | Expert Opinion
By Dale C. Van Demark | April 19, 2024
The All-Payer Health Equity Approaches and Development (AHEAD) program may have some flaws, but its fundamental focus could result in a much more welcoming environment for digital health solutions.
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