Justice Center News
The Justice Center News blog features our advocacy on issues affecting low-income New Yorkers today and the latest CBJC happenings. For press releases, click here. For publications, click here.
How to Access a Safe Deposit Box That is Part of An Estate
by Lynn ChenAugust 4, 2021
Lynn Chen is a staff attorney for the Planning & Estates Law Project. When a loved one dies, they can leave behind several accounts and belongings that family or friends will need to sort through. These belongings often include a safe deposit box. Accessing the safe deposit box can become an especially pressing concern if … Continue reading How to Access a Safe Deposit Box That is Part of An Estate
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Last Will and Testament: Answers to Five Frequently Asked Questions
by Vivienne Duncan, Esq.July 29, 2021
The Last Will and Testament is a common estate-planning tool that allows you to document your choices and pass assets on to loved ones. This blog provides answers to five frequently asked questions about preparing a Will.
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Make Justice a Movement: The City Bar Justice Center Celebrates Pro Bono at its 2021 Gala
by CBJC StaffMay 28, 2021
The City Bar Justice Center held its 16th Annual Gala, “Make Justice a Movement,” on Tuesday, May 25, featuring vibrant dance and music performances filmed in iconic spaces of the historic NYC Bar Association building. The artistic performances were inspired by the #GreatLawyers4Good and #BarofHope movements led by our colleagues, pro bono partners, and the … Continue reading Make Justice a Movement: The City Bar Justice Center Celebrates Pro Bono at its 2021 Gala
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Advancing Justice for the AAPI Community
by Keun Young Bae
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, which was designated in 1992 by Congress to commemorate and recognize the contributions of the Asian Americans and Pacific Islander (“AAPI”) community.
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Meet Cassandra Celestin, CBJC’s New Director of Pro Bono Initiatives
by CBJC StaffMay 21, 2021
We are thrilled to welcome Cassandra M. Celestin as the City Bar Justice Center’s new Director of Pro Bono Initiatives! As a former senior staff attorney at the Children’s Law Center in the Bronx, Cassandra brings to CBJC nearly 12 years of experience as a family law trial attorney and advocate for children. In this … Continue reading Meet Cassandra Celestin, CBJC’s New Director of Pro Bono Initiatives
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How Access to Language Services is Vital to Closing the Justice Gap
by Ramona Morel, Esq. and Alexa TovarMay 18, 2021
Navigating the civil legal process and understanding court procedures, such as filing for bankruptcy relief, can be difficult for individuals who do not have legal assistance or representation. For those who do not speak English or have limited English proficiency, accessing legal services in their native language can be even more challenging.
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