News from the NJSBA
Get all the latest news from the NJSBA about the Association, it’s advocacy, people and happenings, as well as statements and press releases about current events.
Capitol Report: Court Seats Seminal Attorney Regulatory Board Members to Review Readmission Applications to the Bar
This week’s Capitol Report highlights the state Supreme Court’s appointment of five members to the newly established Attorney Regulatory Board, which will review applications for readmission following disbarment under Rule 1:20-21A. The report also includes updates on...
Family Law Section Hosts Annual Retreat in Aruba
The NJSBA Family Law Section gathered in Aruba from March 25-29 for its annual retreat. The event brought together family law practitioners from across the state to participate in engaging educational sessions while also enjoying time to connect with colleagues in a...
NJSBA Honors Past President with Saul Tischler Award
The New Jersey family law community honored NJSBA Past President Timothy McGoughran as this year’s recipient of the Saul Tischler Award, recognizing his lifelong contributions to advancing the practice of family law. The NJSBA Family Law Section held the award...
Take the NJSBA Leadership and Experience Council Survey
The NJSBA invites experienced attorneys to complete a survey on retirement and succession planning, as well as ways to stay engaged through teaching, mentoring and educational programs. Results will help the Association better support attorneys in the later stages of...
Volunteer Today for NJSBF Speakers Bureau
Join the New Jersey State Bar Foundation's Speakers Bureau today to share your legal expertise with school, community, and older adult groups throughout the state. Learn more and apply here.
Free Access to Smokeball Bill for NJSBA Members
Smokeball has teamed up with the NJSBA to give members free access to Smokeball Bill - a powerful trust accounting and billing software built for law firms. Activate your complimentary subscription today and see how Smokeball Bill makes managing client funds and...
NJSBA Virtual Spring Conference is April 29
In a special one-day virtual event, the NJSBA will present a slate of timely and cutting-edge CLE seminars as part of its annual Spring Conference. The day promises seminars in a variety of practice areas, with top speakers. Attendees can earn up to 8.2 CLE credits....
Workers’ Compensation Section Seeks New Members
Keep your edge in workers’ compensation, build your network and grow your practice with this NJSBA section. To join, fill out the form here and discover the NJSBA’s wide range of sections for every practice area.
Hit the Lanes with the Insurance Law Section on April 16
Members of the NJSBA Insurance Law Section are invited to a relaxed evening of bowling, networking and camaraderie at Hanover Lanes on April 16. Enjoy two hours of bowling, along with food and soft drinks, while connecting with colleagues across the insurance law...
Join an NJSBA Committee to Connect with Members and Expand Your Practice
NJSBA President-Elect Norberto A. Garcia invites members to seek appointment to the Association’s committees for the 2026-27 bar year. The NJSBA has dozens of committees on a wide variety of practice areas that offer a chance for members to expand their network and...
Capitol Report: NJSBA Urges Continued Allowance of Oral Argument as of Right in Reconsideration Motions
This week’s Capitol Report covers the NJSBA’s comments on the Supreme Court Civil Practice Committee Report. The Association opposed a proposed amendment to Rule 1:6-2(d) that would make oral argument on motions for reconsideration discretionary rather than a matter...
Take the NJSBA Leadership and Experience Council Survey
The NJSBA invites experienced attorneys to complete a survey on retirement and succession planning, as well as ways to stay engaged through teaching, mentoring and educational programs. Results will help the Association better support attorneys in the later stages of...
Section Spotlight: Inside the NJSBA’s Banking, Fintech and Digital Assets Law Section
The NJSBA’s Banking, Fintech and Digital Assets Law Section recently adopted a new name to better reflect its commitment to staying current amid the rapid transformation of the financial services industry over the past decade. Section Chair Steven T. Knipfelberg...
NJSBA Women in the Profession Section Seeks New Members
Designed for women in law who want to grow professionally, the section provides access to mentorship, networking events and valuable resources to support women in their careers. To join, fill out the form here and discover the NJSBA’s wide range of sections for every...
NJSBF Grants Fund Law Fellows for Nonprofits
The New Jersey State Bar Foundation has awarded grants to three New Jersey nonprofit organizations to fund a law fellow to work with the organization and develop advocacy and other legal skills. Read more here.