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.
The City Bar Justice Center Holds Its 9th Annual Veterans Day Breakfast and Ethics CLE
by Jaclyn KramerNovember 13, 2024
On November 13, 2024, the City Bar Justice Center hosted its 9th Annual Veterans Day Breakfast and Ethics CLE to support the work of the Veterans Assistance Project (VAP), celebrating its 17th year of service. Each year, this special event honors our dedicated staff and pro bono volunteers—who provide exceptional legal services for our clients—and … Continue reading The City Bar Justice Center Holds Its 9th Annual Veterans Day Breakfast and Ethics CLE
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The City Bar Justice Center Celebrates Recipients of its 2024 Outstanding Pro Bono Service Award
by CBJC StaffOctober 27, 2024
In observance of the American Bar Association’s National Celebration of Pro Bono, the City Bar Justice Center held its 2024 Celebrate Pro Bono Awards ceremony on Tuesday, October 22.
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New York State Strengthens Homeowner Protections with New Deed Theft Law
by Edward MostollerSeptember 16, 2024
On July 19, 2024, new legislation passed that provides homeowners with additional deed theft protections. What is Deed Theft? Deed theft occurs when a property’s title or deed is transferred without the homeowner’s knowledge or consent. This crime disproportionately targets elderly individuals, communities of color, and neighborhoods where property values are rapidly changing. What protections … Continue reading New York State Strengthens Homeowner Protections with New Deed Theft Law
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A Season of Growth: Summer Interns Share Their Justice Center Experience
by Samantha Darris and CBJC StaffSeptember 10, 2024
The City Bar Justice Center is pleased to wrap up another successful summer internship program with 13 exceptional high school, undergraduate, and law school students gaining hands-on experience through our civil justice projects and departments. These bright and motivated individuals brought fresh perspectives and unwavering dedication to our work, contributing meaningfully to our mission of … Continue reading A Season of Growth: Summer Interns Share Their Justice Center Experience
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NELP and Partners Serve 40 Small Business Owners For National Small Business Month
by The Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law ProjectJune 11, 2024
In honor of National Small Business Month 2024, the City Bar Justice Center’s Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project (NELP) held four Virtual Legal Clinics in May. The remote events provided free quality legal assistance to 40 small business owners and engaged 46 pro bono attorneys from Arnold & Porter LLP; Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom … Continue reading NELP and Partners Serve 40 Small Business Owners For National Small Business Month
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NELP and Partners Empower Small Businesses on Annual Financial Institution Pro Bono Day
by The Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law ProjectApril 22, 2024
The City Bar Justice Center’s Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project (NELP) was proud to participate in the 5th Annual Financial Institution Pro Bono Day, providing legal assistance to NYC’s small business community alongside 33 dedicated attorneys from Ares Management, Barclays, Bloomberg LP, and Latham & Watkins LLP.
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