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Unlawful Attacks on Venezuelan Vessels | New York City Bar Association

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New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · 6d

Only by acting promptly can Congress bring our nation into compliance with the Constitution and international law, reduce the risk of hostilities with neighboring countries and assure that similar abuses of Presidential power do not expand to American shores. bit.ly/3KVqX84

New York City Bar Association Statement Introduction This September, President Donald J. Trump ordered U. S. military strikes against three […]

A Weaponized Justice Department is Antithetical to Democracy | New York City Bar Association

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New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · 13d

"The justice system must never be used as a weapon of politics. Speaking out now is not optional. It is our collective duty." Read the full statement here: bit.ly/3KrCAU3

New York City Bar Association Statement These are not ordinary times. The indictment of former FBI Director James Comey is […]

Justice Delayed: Lawyers’ Associations Condemn the European Court of Human Rights’ Inaction on Lawyers’ Cases in Turkey | New York City Bar Association

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New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · 13d

"The indictment of James Comey—and the threat of 'others' to come—is a stark warning. The protections we too often take for granted—fairness, impartiality, independence—are under sustained assault. If we fail to defend them now, they may not be there when we most need them.

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New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · 13d

The City Bar has issued a statement on political prosecutions that "strike at the very core of our democratic system. They weaponize the criminal process to punish individuals who have run afoul of the President primarily for carrying out their lawful roles within our constitutional order."

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New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · 23d

"The undersigned firmly denounce the unacceptable delay by the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in examining the urgent cases submitted concerning the mass trials of lawyers, human rights defenders in Turkey."

Read the full joint statement here: www.nycbar.org/blogs/justic...

For years, these lawyers have faced politically motivated prosecutions in Turkey, marked by flagrant violations of international fair trial standards. […]

New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · Aug 4

Hi, as a voluntary bar association, we are not involved in the licensing or disciplining of lawyers. That's handled by the courts in NY. More info here: bit.ly/46CeUpd

Dr. Jonathan Moreno on Bioethics and the Rules-Based International Order | New York City Bar Association

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Philip Laughlin @philiplaughlin.bsky.social · Jul 22

Terrific discussion between @nycbarassociation.bsky.social and @jonathanmoreno.bsky.social regarding his forthcoming @mitpress.bsky.social book ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL: Bioethics and the Rules-Based International Order.

www.nycbar.org/podcasts/dr-...

Presented by the New York City Bar Copyright and Literary Property Committee and hosted by Theodora Fleurant and Jose Landivar, the podcast discusess the latest developments in copyright law and artif...

Joint statement on unlawful detention of lawyer Mehmet Pehlivan and escalating repression of the legal profession in Turkey — Turkey Human Rights Litigation Support Project

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New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · Jul 1

We stand in full solidarity with Mehmet Pehlivan, the Istanbul Bar Association and all other legal professionals in Turkey defending human rights and the rule of law: www.turkeylitigationsupport.com/blog/2025/7/...

The undersigned international legal and human rights non-governmental organisations strongly condemn the arbitrary detention of lawyer Mehmet Pehlivan, defence counsel to detained Istanbul Mayor Ekrem...

www.turkeylitigationsupport.com

New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · Jul 1

These measures, targeting lawyers for their professional activity and for exercising their right to freedom of expression, constitute a direct attack on human rights and the rule of law, and they impede access to justice.

Ensuring Humanitarian Access to Gaza: A Call for Legal Compliance and Protection of Civilians | New York City Bar Association

New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · Jul 1

The City Bar joins over 20 international legal and human rights non-governmental organizations to strongly condemn the arbitrary detention of lawyer Mehmet Pehlivan, defense counsel to detained Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, and the reprisals against members of the legal profession in Turkey.

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New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · Jul 1

This statement is consistent with the City Bar’s longstanding commitment to the rule of law, the protection of civilians in armed conflicts, and the promotion of human rights globally: www.nycbar.org/press-releas...

The New York City Bar Association (the “City Bar”) expresses deep concern over the catastrophic and escalating humanitarian crisis in […]

New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · Jul 1

The City Bar calls on all parties to the conflict in the Gaza Strip —including the Government of Israel, Hamas, and relevant international actors—to ensure immediate, unimpeded, and sustained access for humanitarian relief operations, and to prioritize the protection of civilian lives.

Statement Regarding the Case of Günay Dağ | Çağdaş Hukukçular Derneği

New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · Jun 30

The City Bar adds its voice to a chorus of international legal institutions calling for support for exiled Turkish lawyer Günay Dağ. Mr. Dağ's asylum status in Greece has been arbitrarily revoked and he faces the threat of torture if he is returned to Türkiye. cagdashukukcular.org/basin/statem...

Statement Regarding the Case of Günay Dağ 27/06/2025 Günay Dağ, a lawyer at the People’s Law Office (HHB) and a member of the Progressive Lawyers...

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New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · Jun 21

The wearing of masks by ICE agents appears to be an effort to evade accountability. Just as no democratic government should seek to avoid answering to its people, no law enforcement officer should seek to avoid the scrutiny required to ensure their actions comport with the law. bit.ly/3ZHNYjx

Statement on Wearing of Masks by ICE Agents | New York City Bar Association

The New York City Bar Association (the “City Bar”) views with alarm the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) officers’ […]

New York City Bar Association Rates Judicial Candidates in New York City | New York City Bar Association

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New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · Jun 17

Voting in the NYC primaries? See the City Bar's ratings of judicial candidates here: bit.ly/4edHUp8

The New York City Bar Association has completed evaluations of the following candidates who are running in contested primary elections […]

A Guide to Judicial Elections in New York City | New York City Bar Association

New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · Jun 12

With early voting set to begin Saturday in NYC, the City Bar has prepared this brief guide on how to find information on judicial candidates, which judgeships are up for election, what those courts do, and what the election process is. bit.ly/45U3axQ

Check out this guide to NYC judicial elections, with useful information on making informed decisions about judicial candidates.

Latin American Summit - New York City Bar CLE Programs

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New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · Jun 4

A coalition of international legal organizations has released a report documenting a systematic campaign of extrajudicial killings and other human rights violations against legal professionals in the Philippines. Read more and watch a short video on the "Caravana Filipina": bit.ly/43L2SGZ

New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · May 30

Experts will convene at the City Bar on June 10 for our Latin American Summit to continue the conversation: www.nycbar.org/cle-offering...

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm | Reception 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Format: In-Person

Judicial Reform in Mexico: A Guide for Companies on Implications and Risks | Cyrus R. Vance Center For International Justice

New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · May 30

The Vance Center for International Justice prepared a report on the possible impact of Mexico's judicial reforms on the business community: www.vancecenter.org/publication/...

The Vance Center has analyzed some main risks and considerations for companies with operations in Mexico under its new judicial reform.

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Statement Expressing Concern over the Criminalization of Judges in Mexico

New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · May 30

The City Bar will continue to support the independent, impartial administration of justice in Mexico: www.nycbar.org/reports/stat...

A statement from The City Bar expressing concern over the criminalization of judges in Mexico.

New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · May 30

This coming Sunday Mexico goes to the polls for an historic judicial election. These elections have been the source of tremendous concern, both throughout Mexico and internationally, over the potential politicization of the judiciary.

Bar Associations File Amicus Brief in Support of Susman Godfrey | New York City Bar Association

New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · May 2

Great turnout -- over 2,000 -- in Foley Square NYC for the Rally for the Rule of Law on Law Day.

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New York City Bar Association @nycbarassociation.bsky.social · Apr 26

Another executive order, another amicus brief, this time for Susman Godfrey LLP by two dozen bar associations across the nation: bit.ly/42LpHtx

Following Amicus Briefs for Perkins Coie, Jenner & Block and WilmerHale Following amicus briefs recently submitted by a group of […]