Pathways to the Judiciary and Ethical Issues Seminar at 47th Annual Legislative Program
On February 17, 2018, the Franklin H. Williams Judicial Commission in conjunction with New York State Unified Court System, Capitol District Black and Hispanic Bar Association, Metropolitan Black Bar Association, Association of Black Women Attorneys, Capitol District Women's Bar Association and Puerto Rican Bar Association co-sponsored the seminar "Pathways to the Judiciary and The Ethical Issues" at the 47th New York State Black and Hispanic Legislative Caucus Program, Albany, New York.
Hon. Jamaal Bailey, Senator, District 36 welcomed the attendees and highlighted the importance of a diverse judiciary.
Welcoming Remarks
Senator Jamaal Bailey, 36th State Senate District
Election Law Overview & Related Ethical Requirements
Moderator: Alejandra Paulino Adjunct Professor, Albany Law School
Panelists: Jeanine Johnson, Court Attorney for Hon. Geoffrey Wright, James E. Long, Esq.
Making the Ballot in City, County, Family Court
Moderator: Hon. Helena Heath, Albany City Court
Making the Ballot in City, County, Family Court
Panelists: Hon. Teneka Frost, Schenectady City Court, Hon. Derrek Thomas, Syracuse City Court, Hon. Marsha Michael, Bronx Civil Court
Securing a Nomination in Supreme Court/Appointment Process in NYC
Moderator: Hon. Richard Rivera, Family Court, Albany, NY
Securing a Nomination in Supreme Court/Appointment Process in NYC
Panelists: Hon. Claudia Daniels-DePeyster, Supreme Court, Brooklyn, NY, Hon. Christina Ryba, Supreme Court, Albany NY, Hon. Dweynie Paul, Family Court, Queens, NY
Appointment Process for NYS Court of Appeals and New York State Federal Court
Moderator: Hon. Joanne Quinones, Supreme Court, Criminal Division, Brooklyn, NY
Appointment Process for NYS Court of Appeals and New York State Federal Court
Panelists: Hon. Jenny Rivera, Associate Justice, NYS Court of Appeals, Former Magistrate Judge Randolph Treece, United States District Court, Northern District of New York (Ret.), Former Magistrate Judge George A. Yanthis, United States District Court, Southern District of New York (Ret.)