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Pro Bono Spotlight: Record high pledges raised by 2011 CFJ
When it comes to tireless support for civil legal services providers, it’s no secret that Rochester’s legal community is a national leader. For example, the American Bar Association presented Hope […]
Pro Bono Spotlight: VLSP thankful for support of non-parent custody program
The statistics are staggering. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, in Monroe County, there were 9,841 grandchildren living in households headed by their grandparents. Out of the 62 counties in […]
Pro Bono Spotlight: Allstate Foundation supports domestic violence survivors
Domestic violence is a complex problem that blights communities worldwide. Once victims have achieved a measure of safety by escaping the immediate threat of physical harm, there remains the daunting […]
Pro Bono Spotlight: ‘Pro bono’ funding a priority for ACB and NYBF
In recent months, Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County Inc. has been fortunate to receive grants from two organizations that embody the highest ideals of the legal profession. The […]
Pro Bono Spotlight: VLSP volunteers – Make sure to report hours accurately
For Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County’s legion of dedicated volunteers, reporting the hours they so generously spend on VLSP matters may seem like a small thing. This is […]
Pro Bono Spotlight: Make a new commitment to ‘pro bono’ in the new year
This year, make a resolution worth keeping. Resolve to increase the time that you donate to Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County Inc. In an effort to make it […]
Pro Bono Spotlight: ROC the Day — today — and donate to the VLSP
Thanks to the United Way of Greater Rochester, there’s an exciting new way to donate to Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County Inc. in addition to the annual Campaign […]
Pro Bono Spotlight: VLSP fundraisers – many hands make light work
Volunteer Legal Services Project’s offices are abuzz with two fundraisers currently under way, the Campaign for Justice and the Art of Lawyering silent auction. With a staff of 11 — […]
Pro Bono Spotlight: Campaign for Justice 2011 coming soon
Now in its 25th year, the Campaign for Justice is one of the most successful civil legal service fundraising campaigns in the country. Proceeds from the annual phonathon fundraiser are distributed to three local legal services providers: Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County ...
Pro Bono Spotlight: Soho comes to the Four Corners for fundraiser
Join your friends at VLSP for a little bit of Soho, right here at Rochester’s Four Corners. The biennial Art of Lawyering silent auction fundraiser kicks off with a reception at VLSP’s offices on Oct. 6 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Pro Bono Spotlight: VLSP thankful for strong judicial support
Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County Inc. is fortunate to count numerous members of the judiciary among its many supporters. Since VLSP’s inception in 1981, judges have demonstrated their unflagging support for VLSP in a wide variety of ways.
Pro Bono Spotlight: Thanks to ACC, VLSP’s internship program continues
Summer interns are a welcome addition to any office. Particularly in small offices like that of Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County Inc., interns provide invaluable assistance to staff at all levels. Thanks to the support of the Central and Western New York Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel ...
Case Digests
- Second Circuit – Long-arm jurisdiction: Northwell Health Inc. v. Group Hospitalization and Medical Services Inc.
- Fourth Department – Motor vehicle accident: Thurston v. Howard
- Western District Case Notes
- Fourth Department – Disclosure: People v. Smith
- Second Circuit – Petition for bail: Fulton v. Mullin
- Fourth Department – Breach of lease agreement: Three Buds, LLC v. NCTBP Calabrese LLC
- Second Circuit – Expert testimony: Rutledge v. Walgreen Co.; Phippen v. Walgreen Co.
- Second Circuit – Congestion pricing: County of Rockland v. Triborough Bridge & Tunnel Auth.
- Fourth Department – Apartment search: People v. Shaw
- Fourth Department – Vicarious liability: Sarah R. v. Crouse Health Hospital
- Fourth Department – Waiver of indictment: People v. Schindler
Law News
- New trial granted for defendant unhappy with their attorney
- NY appellate court reinstates medical malpractice case
- NY appeals court reinstates slip-and-fall lawsuit
- Charter Communications must pay penalty for retaliation against employee
- Webster resident named to lead national court reporter group
- NY appeals court affirms rape conviction, rejects speedy trial claim
- Telesca Center for Justice gets $90,000 in state funding
- Trevett Cristo P.C. celebrates 100th anniversary