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President’s message: A view from the 18th tee or the 4th green
Commentary: As I begin my last month as your Monroe County Bar Association President, I am volunteering for the Lawyers for Learning golf tournament, sitting on the green of the fourth hole at Irondequoit Country Club to be a witness in case anyone hits a hole-in-one.
The rule of law & the American Dream: A renewed commitment on Law Day
Tomorrow morning at 8:45 a.m., please join the Monroe County Bar Association, the Greater Rochester Association of Woman Attorneys, and the Rochester Black Bar Association at the Civic Center Plaza to celebrate Law Day by reaffirming your attorney oath.
Law Day 2026: A celebration of the legal profession and its principles
Every year since 1958, the United States has celebrated Law Day on May 1. The Monroe County Bar Association will be recognizing Law Day and the theme: “The Rule of Law & the American Dream,” at a reception on April 30 at 5:30 p.m. at the Rochester Museum & Science Center. Please come join the festivities.
The Monroe County Bar Association: The voice of the profession | MCBA President’s Message
When I first agreed to become the President of the Monroe County Bar Association (MCBA), one of the first people I heard from was A. Vincent Buzard.
Getting involved, getting connected, and growing your career | MCBA President’s Message
Commentary: On March 10, YLS will be hosting a New Admittee Happy Hour starting at 5: 30 p.m. at Native. Thank you to our sponsor Counsel Press for supporting this event. This is a great opportunity to network with other new attorneys.
Proud to serve, proud to lead, proud to be a lawyer
I am proud to be an attorney and a member of this legal community. I am also proud to be your Monroe County Bar Association president.
Beyond the practice: Why our legal community matters | MCBA President’s Message
There is a lot going on at the Monroe County Bar Association as 2025 comes to a close. At our Bench & Bar Holiday Party recently, we had approximately 200 attendees, including about 40 judges.
Mentorship in action: From classroom to courtroom
The Monroe County Bar Association prides itself on our community outreach, particularly with young people in our area. Two programs that have a profound effect on students in our community are Lawyers for Learning and the Sydney R. Rubin High School Mock Trial Competition. These worthwhile programs are looking for attorney-volunteers.
The rule of law endures: Join us for Constitution Day
Join the Monroe County Bar Association for our Constitution Day celebration on Friday, September 12 at noon at the Civic Center Plaza next to the Hall of Justice.
Upholding the rule of law — In word and deed | MCBA Chair’s Message
On April 23, the Monroe County Bar Association will proudly gather to celebrate Law Day 2025. It will be a time to reflect on the enduring promise of our Constitution […]
Spring events lineup | MCBA Chair’s Message
As spring beckons, many activities and events are afoot. While the news can often be confusing and, at times, depressing, we, as lawyers, continue to do what we do best: advocate and remain civil as we navigate what may be a new landscape for our respective practices.
Removing bias in our courts | MCBA Chair’s Message
On September 24, I was honored with the opportunity to offer testimony in front of the Franklin H. Williams Judicial Commission.
Case Digests
- Second Circuit – Nonconsensual ingestion: Asinga v. Gatorade Co.
- Fourth Department – Drive-by shooting: People v. Bordies
- Fourth Department – Trusts wills and estates: Matter of the Estate of William J. Deline Jr.
- Fourth Department – Separation of powers doctrine: Allard v. County of Steuben
- Second Circuit – Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act: Creditincome Limited v. The Swiss Confederation
- Fourth Department – Circumstantial evidence charge: People v. Coleman
- Second Circuit – Sentencing conditions: United States v. McCrone
- Fourth Department – Mental illness: People v. Williams
- Fourth Department – Sex Offender Registration Act: People v. Wallace
- Second Circuit – Failure to accommodate religion: Bergin v. N.Y. Unified Court System
- Second Circuit – Sentencing: United States v. DeJesus
Law News
- Fourth Department suspends attorney for two years
- Appeals court rejects claims of speedy trial violation
- NY appeals court vacates gun convictions
- Rochester panel highlights early planning for successful business transitions
- New York sues Kalshi, says its prediction markets are illegal gambling
- Police investigate alleged misappropriation of Walworth Fire Department funds
- New trial granted for defendant unhappy with their attorney
- NY appellate court reinstates medical malpractice case