New York Law News

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Gotlieb Brings Experience to Supreme Court Bid

(PRESS RELEASE) Judge Brian L. Gotlieb Brings Experience and Commitment to Kings County Supreme Court Campaign

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Judge Williams Begins Supreme Court Campaign

(PRESS RELEASE) Judge Jacqueline D. Williams Officially Launches General Election Campaign for Kings County Supreme Court

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Chidi A. Eze Launches Brooklyn Civil Court Campaign

(PRESS RELEASE) Chidi A. Eze Officially Launches Campaign for Kings County Civil Court Judge in the 4th Municipal District

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NYC OKs Senior Housing, Defines Eviction Harassment

(PRESS RELEASE) NYC Council Approves New Housing, including for Seniors and New Yorkers with Complex Medical Needs, and New Law Defining Unlawful Evictions as Form of Tenant Harassment

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NYC Law News: NY Attorney General Sues Zelle

NY Attorney General Sues Zelle’s Parent Company Over Widespread Fraud

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Janice Chen: A Life of Service in Law & Community

Brooklyn is a place where people from all walks of life come together, working hard to build stronger communities. Attorney Janice Chen is one of those people. As an experienced attorney and dedicated community leader, she has spent years helping Brooklyn residents navigate the legal system while also working to improve opportunities for young people. Now, she is stepping forward in hopes of serving the borough in an even greater capacity, as a Kings County Civil Court Judge.

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Undoing NYC’s Short-Term Rental Crisis: Repeal Local Law 18

  • 1 year ago

Who really wins when homeowners lose? This is the question New Yorkers should be asking as Local Law 18 continues to financially cripple thousands of private homeowners across our city. What was once a thriving short-term rental market that supported thousands of small homeowners and local businesses has been gutted by a sweeping regulation that failed to account for the diversity and complexity of our housing ecosystem. A new bill proposes to undo some of this damage by allowing short-term rentals in one- and two-family homes. This proposal isn’t just a step in the right direction—it’s a lifeline for working-class families and small communities struggling under the weight of this misguided law.

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Gregorio Mayers Joins CUNY Law Board of Visitors

CUNY School of Law has appointed Gregorio Mayers, Esq., to its Board of Visitors, reinforcing its dedication to social justice and leadership. Mayers, a seasoned attorney and educator, brings over 20 years of experience in law, public service, and academia to the role.

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Ajaiyeoba Whint: Advocate for Justice on Ballot in Brooklyn

Brooklyn’s legal community is buzzing with anticipation as Abayomi Ajaiyeoba Whint, a highly respected legal professional, prepares to appear on the ballot for Civil Court Judge in Kings County this November. In July 2024, she was nominated by Brooklyn District Leaders as one of three candidates selected to fill vacant Civil Court seats. Now, her name will appear on the November 5, 2024, General Election ballot.