News from the NJSBA

Make plans today to be part of Minorities in the Profession Section's special evening celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a fireside chat with NJSBA President Norberto A. Garcia, moderated by Hispanic Bar Association of New Jersey President Cristal Lambert. Hear...

Dozens of CLE seminars, special events, section and committee meetings as well as judicial receptions and gatherings are on tap for the fall. Check out the full calendar here and make plans to be part of the best the legal community has to offer.

Need your next listen? Check out the Jersey Justice Podcast, hosted by New Jersey attorneys Gerald Clark and Mark Morris of Clark Law Firm, that features NJSBA President Norberto Garcia. Garcia discusses what it means to be a leader in the legal profession, civil...

For Rutgers Law School student and Army National Guard member Luzisania Figueras, the path to the legal profession has been anything but conventional. Read more about how the recent New Jersey State Bar Foundation recipient is balancing law school, a full-time career...

Join the NJSBA on Sept. 29 for a special evening celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, featuring a fireside chat with NJSBA President Norberto A. Garcia, moderated by Hispanic Bar Association of New Jersey President Cristal Lambert. Hear Garcia share insights on his...

Writing an article for the NJSBA’s flagship magazine is a great way to feature your expertise on a topic of law. Check outthe editorial calendar for 2026–2027.

The New Jersey State Bar Foundation will honor Hon. Esther Salas, U.S.D.J., and Gerald H. Baker with its most prestigious award on Sept. 22. Proceeds from sponsorships, tickets and ads supports the Foundation’s law scholarship program and its other programs promoting...

Check out new job openings in the New Jersey legal market through the NJSBA Career Center. NJSBA members have exclusive access to view the latest job listings and can post ads at no cost.

Submit your nominees today for the NJSBA Pro Bono Committee's 2026 annual awards, presented to members of the legal profession with an outstanding commitment to providing legal services to the state’s underserved residents. The deadline to submit nominations is Sept....

Kick off the fall season with the Young Lawyers Division at its annual Networking BBQ on Sept. 9. Enjoy great food, refreshing beverages, music, lawn games and a relaxed atmosphere while connecting with fellow young attorneys. Whether you're looking to expand your...

Join the NJSBA on Sept. 29 as it welcomes the state's Chancery Division judges and their law clerks for a social reception to start the new term. The event is open to both NJSBA members and non-members. Sitting judges and clerks can attend for free. Register here.

Join New Jersey colleagues who are Fellows of the American College of Trial Lawyers for a lively, interactive exploration of the ethical dilemmas attorneys may encounter in practice. Using video vignettes and hypotheticals, an esteemed panel will tackle 14 challenging...

Two significant events in recent days invoking Daniel’s Law is shaping its reach on publication of addresses deemed protected under the law. Read this week's Capitol Report to get the latest here.

This NJSBA section explores the many ways federal immigration law intersects with diverse practice areas. Members gain opportunities to strengthen their immigration law skills to better serve clients and advance the practice across New Jersey. To join, fill out the...

The NJSBA’s Young Lawyers Division invites the legal community to participate in Wills for Heroes on Sept. 26, a volunteer event where attorneys will provide free estate planning services to first responders. Training is required for first-time volunteers. Attorneys,...