Debt and bar admission

July 2, 2009 at 10:19 am | In Bar Examination Resources, New York Legal | Leave a Comment

Can massive debt prevent you from being admitted to the NYS Bar?  The NY Times wrote an interesting article yesterday on that topic. 

Thanks to the Legal Blog Watch.

New library changes, cont…

June 29, 2009 at 2:20 pm | In General Interest | Leave a Comment
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Today, the library began moving in new study furniture.  Come check it out and tell us what you think!

Helping NY Solo and Small Firm Practitioners

June 24, 2009 at 9:37 am | In New York Legal | Leave a Comment
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The NYSBA released a report this week outlining how it would support solo and small firm practitioners.  Last year, a NYSBA special committee was charged with outlining issues that affect solo and small firm practitioners.  You can view a copy of the report here.

Thanks to Sui Generis and Sienko Law Office blog.

OpenRegs.com

June 23, 2009 at 9:50 am | In Legal Research 101 | Leave a Comment
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This is a great and user-friendly website that provides information on federal regulations.  You can check out the website here.

NYSBA endorses gay marriage

June 22, 2009 at 1:52 pm | In General Interest, Law in the News | 1 Comment
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According to the Times Union yesterday, the New York State Bar Association is backing gay marriage saying it is the “only viable way to establish marriage equality”.

Paperless business cards

June 18, 2009 at 9:53 am | In Legal Scholarship and Professional Development, Tech Side of Things | Leave a Comment
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Forget actual cards.  Here are 8 new ways to create paperless business cards for potential clients and employers to remember you by.

Thanks to ALA Direct.

Office of Taxpayer Accountability

June 17, 2009 at 1:09 pm | In New York Legal | Leave a Comment
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NYS Governor Paterson announced the creation of the Office of Taxpayer Accountability.  This new office will save taxpayers money by lowering costs, sharing services, eliminating duplication, improving service delivery, limiting unnecessary and unfunded mandates and attacking waste, fraud, and abuse.  You can read the full press release here.

Bar exam — you’re not alone

June 16, 2009 at 1:49 pm | In Bar Examination Resources, The Dreaded "E" Word: Exams! | Leave a Comment
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We’ve seen many students in the library recently studying up for the Bar Exam.  While you’re studying and doing your research online, why don’t you check out this list of blogs written by students just like you on taking the Bar.  There are study tips and tricks from those who have “been there and done that”.  Here are the list of blogs.

Cross-posted from Law Student Blog.

Video for tax students

June 10, 2009 at 9:18 am | In Legal Research 101 | Leave a Comment
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The US Tax Court has developed a series of instructional videos explaining the tax court process.  You can view the video here.

Facebook friends and ethics

June 4, 2009 at 10:19 am | In Law in the News | Leave a Comment
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From the Legal Blog Watch: A North Carolina judge decided to friend an attorney that was before him in a contested child custody matter.  After appearing in court one day, the lawyer decided to post a comment on his Facebook account regarding the case.  The judge responded. 

The judge was reprimanded by NC’s Judicial Standards Commission.  You can read more about this matter here.

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