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Lawmakers, advocates call for suicide barriers Lorraine Lein brought her grief and anger, and an urn with her son's ashes. She replayed June 30, 2023, for members of the New York State Bridge Authority (NYSBA) board: driving her son, Jake Simmons, 17 years old and distraught over problems with his girlfriend, to Bear Mountain State Park for a mood-elevating hike; Jake fleeing after they arrived; police cars speeding to the Bear Mountain Bridge; Lein begging an officer blocking her path to grant access to where Jake had jumped. "A policeman standing next to me said, 'Let her see' and I saw him floating in the water," Lein told the board Feb. 15. "I fell to my knees, screaming: 'No, Jake! What did you do? What did you do?' " Simmons' leap to his death is the kind of act that Lein and an increasingly frustrated chorus of surviving families and Hudson Valley lawmakers want to prevent on the Bear Mountain and Newburgh-Beacon bridges, and the three other spans that NYSBA oversees: the Kingston-Rhinecliff, Mid-Hudson and Rip Van Winkle bridges. For years, NYSBA has been pressed to install suicide-deterrent fencing on those bridges. But the independent agency, which is funded primarily through tolls, has instead prioritized training employees working at the spans and relying on cameras and call boxes for emergencies. On Tuesday (June 4), the state Senate passed legislation authored by Sen. Pete Harckham requiring that NYSBA install "climb-deterrent" fencing on its five bridges. Passage by the state Assembly and enactment by Gov. Kathy Hochul are needed for the legislation, which would take effect in three years, to become law. Five days earlier, Harckham, whose district includes eastern Putnam County, described NYSBA's bridges as a "magnet for those looking to end their lives" in a letter signed by him and other state legislators, including Dana Levenberg, whose Assembly district includes Philipstown. Levenberg is also a co-sponsor of the legislation. More than 100 people have used the spans to kill themselves since 2007, and there have been an additional 43 attempts that were interrupted, said Harckham. Recent fatalities include a 49-year-old Beekman woman who jumped from the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge on Nov. 14, her birthday, and a 49-year-old New Jersey man who leaped from the Bear Mountain Bridge on Jan. 11. A man who died after jumping from the Bear Mountain Bridge on May 17 was among four suicide attempts and two fatalities on NYSBA bridges last month, said Harckham. Those attempts "attest to a heartbreaking problem," he said. "We have given the New York State Bridge Authority ample opportunity to address this issue on its own, but we simply can't wait any longer." Editor's Notebook: Surviving Bear Mountain A consultant hired to study fencing on NYSBA's bridges told the agency's board in April 2022 that costs for the five spans would range from $10.5 million for chain-link barriers to $45.5 million for mesh, $63 million for horizontal wire and $85 million for picket fencing. The NYSBA operates entirely on tolls collected at its bridges. In May 2023, the agency implemented the last phase of a four-year incremental increase in fees to pay for capital projects such as the $95 million re-decking of the north span of the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge, completed in 2022. NYSBA said in a statement on Tuesday that it is "actively evaluating deterrent fencing options" and has issued, for the Bear Mountain Bridge, a request for proposals for a re-decking design that includes "an evaluation of suicide-deterrent fencing." The project has been accelerated by a year, said NYSBA. "NYSBA is committed to zero fatalities in our bridges," said the agency. "Our staff works tirelessly to protect all of our patrons, working hand-in-glove with our partners and local first responders to keep New Yorkers safe." Several employees received recognition during the board's May 22 meeting for recognizing and assisting someone in distress on the Newburgh-Beacon Bridg...

Group wants path from Beacon station to bridge A coalition of planning and transportation professionals is trying to build momentum and gain funding for a 1-mile walking and biking path that it says would promote safe, non-vehicular access to the outdoors for nearly 125,000 people in Dutchess and Orange counties. The Regional Connector would run from the Metro-North station in Beacon to the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge. Closing that gap would connect Beacon and Newburgh and potentially unify a growing trails network even further, says Naomi Hersson-Ringskog, an urban planner who lives and works in Newburgh. "We're talking about 50 years from now having this connection that underpins all the future development," she said. "This is something that can be integrated into community development plans." The potential for connectivity is significant, although many of the projects it would link are only proposals. The Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail, if implemented as envisioned, would connect Cold Spring and Beacon, making a bike trip from Newburgh or the Beacon waterfront to Main Street in Cold Spring much safer than Route 9D. If a trail is built along the dormant Beacon rail line, a trip to Hopewell Junction, or the Walkway Over the Hudson, becomes possible. The Fishkill Creek Greenway and Heritage Trail, which is being constructed in segments around Beacon, will also be active. On the west side of the bridge, a network of proposed bike routes could take riders in one direction toward the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail or, along the Newburgh waterfront, to the Quassaick Creek Greenway Trail, a path in the planning stages that would extend from the Hudson River to Crystal Lake in Newburgh. The sheer number of trails being considered demonstrates the emerging demand for a network of bike paths, says Thomas Wright, a Beacon resident and head of the city's Greenway Committee who works in Newburgh. "This would make bike riding much safer," he said. "It would be incredible for people on the west side." The idea of a regional connector is not entirely new. The City of Beacon in 2016 received a $5,000 grant from the Hudson River Valley Greenway agency to study the creation of a trail running from the Metro-North station to the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge. However, the city says it cannot currently back the proposal because it already has more than $42 million in capital projects, including Beacon's central fire station and the rehabilitation of Fishkill Avenue/Teller Avenue, on tap for this year and next. The city is working with Scenic Hudson on the Fjord Trail and Dutchess County on the potential Beacon line trail - projects "that are more achievable," City Administrator Chris White said. If Beacon were to invest time or funding into the Regional Connector, "it would impede our ability to do those projects," he said. That doesn't mean there's no support for a connector. Paul Steely White, the executive director of Parks & Trails New York, said "there's probably not a more important greenway trail in the state right now. It's a linchpin, the critical link that can unlock enormous connectivity for hundreds of thousands of people." By connecting to Newburgh, where, according to the city's Transportation Advisory Committee and U.S. Census data, 30 percent of residents do not have cars and 27 percent live in poverty, the Regional Connector would provide "inclusive and welcoming access to regional trails and parkland," said Fjord Trail Executive Director Amy Kacala. For it to be built, the Connector would have to run through land owned by Metro-North and the New York State Bridge Authority (NYSBA). Two parcels owned by the Open Space Institute and known collectively as the 55-acre Verplanck Landing site sit at what would be the northern terminus of the path. A NYSBA spokesperson said this week that the agency "supports efforts to make our bridges more accessible for pedestrians and bicyclists" and "looks forward to continuing discussions" on the Regional Conn...

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola and guest Vivian Wesson explore the importance of curiosity over judgment in inclusive conversations, emphasizing the transformative power of small gestures and acts of kindness in creating an inclusive society and highlighting the positive impact of smiles. In this episode you will learn: The surprising relevance of improv skills in leadership The importance of replacing judgment with curiosity The impact of silence on DEI efforts The power of greeting and acknowledging others 24 Hour Challenge: Stop apologizing! Distinguish when situations require a ‘pardon me' rather than a true ‘I'm sorry'.  Empower yourself by changing your language around the situation, and pass it on! Mentioned in the Episode: “Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if Your Life Depended on It” - Chris Voss About Vivian: A Fordham law school graduate, Vivian currently serves as Executive Vice President, Corporate Secretary and General Counsel for The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Headquartered in Philadelphia, the Board of Pensions offers a broad range of benefits to congregations, agencies, and affiliated institutions, serving more than 65,000 members nationally. Prior to joining the Board of Pensions, Vivian held the position of Chief Intellectual Property Counsel of Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc., for which she worked for over 16 years. Her areas of expertise include intellectual property, software licensing, mergers & acquisitions, strategic investments, benefits, corporate governance, reinsurance regulation, records retention, and business entity management. Vivian has authored several articles on social justice issues, including “How AI and Facial Recognition Can Chill Access to Justice,” “Why Facial Recognition Technology is Flawed,” and “Environmental Racism: How Lawyers Can Help Close the Climate Gap.” Aside from her work with the Board of Pensions, Vivian chairs the New York State Bar Association's Task Force on Artificial Intelligence and is a member of the Task Force on Combating Antisemitism and Anti-Asian Hate. In June 2021, Vivian was appointed as a delegate to NYSBA's House of Delegates. Vivian also serves as a Director of Phillips Exeter Academy's General Alumni Association.   You can connect with Vivian in the following ways: LinkedIn (personal): https://www.linkedin.com/in/vivian-d-wesson-9a71076a/ LinkedIn (business): https://www.linkedin.com/company/board-of-pensions-of-the-presbyterian-church/ You can connect with Dr. Laura Sicola in the following ways: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/laurasicola-inc YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VocalImpactProductions Facebook: Dr. Laura Sicola Twitter: @LauraSicola Instagram: @drlaurasicola Website: https://laurasicola.com Laura's Online Course: virtualinfluence.today See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's the latest with the Gilgo Beach murder suspect? Ryan Pagano of WRHU and AM 970 the Answer's production assistant reports in from Massapequa. We also talk about a very special award at the NYSBA luncheon happening THIS WEEK!Affilliate sponsor featured is Survey Junkie! Click to find out more about how to Complete three or more surveys a day and earn as much as $100 monthly! https://bmv.biz/?a=7280&c=1&s1=

What's the latest with the Gilgo Beach murder suspect? Ryan Pagano of WRHU and AM 970 the Answer's production assistant reports in from Massapequa. We also talk about a very special award at the NYSBA luncheon happening THIS WEEK!Affilliate sponsor featured is Survey Junkie! Click to find out more about how to Complete three or more surveys a day and earn as much as $100 monthly! https://bmv.biz/?a=7280&c=1&s1=

The New York State Craft Brewers Festival returned to Buffalo Canalside. More than 55 breweries from every region of the state participated in the festival. Matt and Jim were there to speak with the brewers, the Patrons and the organizers of the festival. Patrons enjoyed beer, food, paintball and even hatchet throwing! You don't want to miss this episode!

Past presidents David Miranda and Hank Greenberg discuss a pivotal time in history for America, the world and the New York State Bar Association. Shortly after its founding, the association was at the forefront of international politics leading an effort to establish a world court where nations could arbitrate differences to prevent war.  

Katerina Kramarchyk ‘13 was recently named an Outstanding Young Lawyer in New York by the New York State Bar Association. She is an attorney with Harris Beach PLLC. Connect with her: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katkramarchyk/ Women's Leadership Initiative at Albany Law School: https://www.albanylaw.edu/student-experience-support/womens-leadership-initiative Women's Leadership Initiative Strengthened by Harris Beach Commitment: https://www.albanylaw.edu/about/news/womens-leadership-initiative-strengthened-harris-beach-commitment More about the award: https://www.harrisbeach.com/news/new-york-state-bar-association-recognizes-harris-beach-attorney-katerina-kramarchyk-as-outstanding-young-lawyer/

The New York State Craft Brewers Festival at the Desmond Hotel (Crowne Plaza) in Albany, NY brings together 50+ breweries from every region of the state offering enthusiasts, both novice and seasoned, a rare opportunity to relish in unique and award-winning beer. Jim, Matt, and Tim from the Cowboy Cooking show stop by the festival to try out all the new styles, flavors, and brands, and meet the masters behind the craft! Check out the great interviews and fun had on an all new Grill This!

She is a trailblazer in the legal profession and at the New York State Bar Association. Host David Miranda talks to NYSBAs first female president Maryann Saccomando Freedman. They discuss her rise to prominence and how she fought gender stereotypes her entire career.

Jim and Matt attend the 9th annual New York State Craft Brewers Festival at the historic Landmark Theatre in downtown Syracuse. The renowned event brings together 55+ breweries from every region of the state offering enthusiasts, both novice and seasoned, a rare opportunity to relish in unique and award-winning beer. They speak with Brewery owners, representatives and patrons pour at the event.

Shain Filcher, Executive Director of the LGBT Bar of NY, and Christopher R. Riano, President and CEO of the nation's Center for Civic Education, discuss opportunities for advocacy on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community through participating in drafting an amicus brief such as NYSBA's recent amicus in 303 Creative LLC v. Elenis and membership in LGBTQ+ bar associations.    To access the brief/event discussed in this podcast, visit    https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/21/21-476/233927/20220818155659849_21-476%20Amicus%20Brief.pdf   https://nysba.org/events/writing-a-persuasive-amicus-brief-on-appeal/ 

Jim and Matt hit up the NYS Brewers Festival in Buffalo Grill This style. The guys speak to organizers, brewers, festival patrons like Meg from Southern Tier Brewing, Matt and Emily from 12 Gates Brewing, Josh from Westshore brewing; Festival Patrons like Gary and the Hammer, John from Maryland and Homebrewers Jeff and Cindy; and festival organizers like Chloe and Executive Director Paul Leon. They also speak to the ticket winners of the Grill This giveaway Luke and Sherri! These are only some of the great folks Matt and Jim chat with. Check it out!

Sherry Levin Wallach, the 125th President of the New York State Bar Association discusses her priorities as she begins her term. She is focusing on the issues of membership growth and the future of practice in New York. What will legal practice look like going forward in a post-pandemic New York? How can we combat isolation, reconnect and handle mental health challenges facing both clients and their attorneys. Wallach also touches on issues of equal justice for Americans living in US territories and sentencing reform when she joins David Miranda for Miranda Warnings. David Miranda is a past president of the New York State Bar Association and its current General Counsel.   

New York State Bar Association President T. Andrew Brown joins Miranda Warnings to discuss his term as president, guiding the organization through COVID, and taking on major social issues. The 124th President of NYSBA discusses how he raised the profile of the organization through taking on injustice, advancing the organization internationally and providing members support through the pandemic. 

Jim and Matt take Grill This on the road for the New York Craft Brewers Festival - LONG ISLAND at the Belmont Park Racetrack. Over 50 NYS breweries pour beers to sample while world-class horse racing takes place from the 4th floor of the Grandstand! Jim and Matt speak with some of the the brewers, organizers, and event planners.

David Andrews is one of four shareholders in Hometown Communications LLC, the licensee of 1,000-watt Class C WIRY-AM, or “wiry,” in Plattsburgh, N.Y.He's also the station's General Manager and News Director, and on the latest InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM, Andrews shares with the world what it's like to crank out tunes like “In the Year 2525” with a live, local host and community-focused advertising on a chilly autumn morning in late 2021.Andrews also shares how the pandemic has proven to be a challenge as a new owner, as the Canadian dollar — until March 2020 — was a key retail driver in Clinton County, N.Y., just 20 minutes to the south of the New York/Québec border.

This week's show is for all of you Americans living abroad with investments in the US. When the time comes (cue "The Circle of Life" in the background) the inheritance process may be complicated. You may need the dreaded transfer certificate. I am joined by lawyer extraordinaire Ariel S. Rosenzveig, who specializes in elder law, trusts & estates, tax planning, employment law, and mediation and he shares some tips on how to make the inheritance process go smoothly. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Ariel S. Rosenzveig received his Juris Doctor from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in May, 2011, and has been practicing law with the firm since August, 2011. During his summers while in law school, Ariel interned with the United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission in New York and with the Securities & Futures Commission in Hong Kong, China. While in law school, Ariel served on the staff of the Cardozo Public Law, Policy & Ethics Journal, volunteered with the Cardozo Advocates for Battered Women, and participated in the National Institute for Trial Advocacy's Intensive Trial Advocacy Program. Prior to attending law school, Ariel worked as an arbitrage trader for a small proprietary trading firm on Wall Street. Ariel graduated summa cum laude from Yeshiva University in 2006. Ariel practices principally in the fields of elder law, trusts & estates, tax planning, employment law, and mediation. Ariel is licensed to practice law in the states of New York and New Jersey, and is a member of the New York State Bar Association (NYSBA), NYSBA's Elder Law section, and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). In June, 2015, Ariel successfully completed a certificate program in mediation through the Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ CONTACT ARIEL: Website: https://www.ejrosenlaw.com/ Email: ariel@ejrosenlaw.com American phone: (914) 816-2900 Israel phone: 02-654-7067 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SOCIAL LINKS: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AaronKatsmanLC/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AaronKatsman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-katsman-6550441/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-aaron-katsman-show/id1192234142 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-aaron-katsman-show Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1lePc1pC0giBFV1nzCGsQR ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- VISIT MY WEBSITE: Website: https://www.aaronkatsman.com/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONTACT ME: Email me: aaron@lighthousecapital.co.il ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DISCLAIMER: Aaron Katsman is a licensed financial professional both in the U.S. and Israel. Call 02-624-0995 for a consultation on how to handle U.S. brokerage accounts from Israel. This video is for education purposes only and is not intended to give investment, legal or tax advice. If such advice is needed, contact a licensed professional who can help you. Securities offered through Portfolio Resources Group Inc. Member FINRA, SIPC, MSRB, FSI. The opinions expressed are those of the author and not of Portfolio Resources Group Inc., or its affiliates. Neither PRG nor its affiliates give tax or legal advice.

Ray Schwetz and Donyshia Boston-Hill get business empowerment from Dick Novik, former Senior Vice President of the New York State Broadcasters Association.

Links/Resources: Vapor intrusion:  https://www.environmental-law.net/environmental-law/vapor-intrusion/ Vapor Intrusion Archive Page (digital images of news articles thru 2008 discussing sites VI problems): https://www.environmental-law.net/environmental-law/vapor-intrusion/vapor-intrusion-digital-project/ Radon Page: https://www.environmental-law.net/environmental-law/indoor-air/radon/ Dry Cleaner Page:  https://www.environmental-law.net/key-practice-areas/environmental-due-diligence/dry-cleaners-and-commercial-real-estate/ List of contaminated NY Dry Cleaner Sites: https://www.environmental-law.net/key-practice-areas/ny-superfund-program/ny-contaminated-dry-cleaner-database/ Bible and the Environment: https://www.environmental-law.net/resources/the-bible-and-the-environment/ EPA Cleanups in my Community-Interactive Map for all federal remedial sites): https://ofmpub.epa.gov/apex/cimc/f?p=cimc:map::::71 EPA Superfund Sites Where You Live: https://www.epa.gov/superfund/search-superfund-sites-where-you-live EPA Lead Paint Page: https://www.epa.gov/lead EPA Drinking Water Page: https://www.epa.gov/ground-water-and-drinking-water Lawrence P. Schnapf is an environmental attorney based in New York City and New Jersey with over 30 years of national environmental transactional experience and is the principal of Schnapf LLC. https://www.environmental-law.net With this background and his geology training, Larry is uniquely qualified to handle the legal and technical issues commonly encountered with environmental issues. Larry primarily concentrates on environmental risks associated with corporate, real estate and brownfield transactions; commercial financing including asset-based lending, syndicated loans, mezzanine loans and distressed debt; bankruptcy, workouts and corporate restructuring. He has extensive experience with brownfield redevelopment and financing, including representing affordable housing developers and assisting local development corporations or not-for-profit organizations with their brownfield planning programs. Larry also counsels clients on environmental, represents clients in federal and state environmental litigation, enforcement actions, administrative proceedings and private cost recovery actions. He has also served as liaison counsel for PRP steering committees. He has also written numerous articles on environmental law, is the general editor/contributing author of “Environmental Issues in Business Transactions” published by the Business Law Section of the ABA and is also the author of “Managing Environmental Liability in Transactions and Brownfield Redevelopment” published by JurisLaw Publishing. He is also contributing author for several chapters of “Brownfield Practice and Law: The Cleanup and Redevelopment of Contaminated Properties” published by Matthew Bender and the Matthew Bender “Environmental Law Practice Guide”. Larry is the Chair of the Environmental Law Section of the New York State Bar Association (NYSBA), co-chair of the NYSBA brownfield task force and served as the co-chair of  the NYSBA Hazardous Site Remediation Committee from 1995 until January 2015 he became an officer of the NYSBA Environmental Law Section.  Larry is also on the advisory board  of the New York City Brownfield Partnership and served as the chair of the Brownfield Field Task Force of the Environmental Business Association of New York (EBA/NYS) from 2002 until EBA/NYS became inactive in 2009. He is a past Chair of the ABA Section of Business Law Committee on Environmental, Energy and Natural Resources Law. He is also a member of the board of BNA's Environmental Due Diligence Guide and a member of the Society of Environmental Journalists. Larry has also served on a number of ASTM Task Groups, including Chair of the legal subcommittee for the ASTM E1527  task force for the 2013 revisions to ASTM E1527 phase 1 standard and was Co-Chair of the legal sub-committee for the ASTM Vapor Intrusion Task Group. Larry is an adjunct professor of environmental law at New York Law School and a faculty member of the NYLS Center for Real Estate Studies where he teaches “Environmental Issues in Business Transactions”, “Environmental Law and Policy” and a mini-course on brownfields. He is also on the faculty of the Center for Christian Studies at Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church where he teaches “The Bible and the Environment.” He is listed in the New York Super Lawyers-Metro Edition (2010-2015; the Super Lawyers Business Edition (2011-15); The International Who's Who of Environmental Lawyers (2008-2015) as well as appearing in Chambers USA Client Guide of America's Leading Lawyers for Business. Larry has received the AV® Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible Peer Review Rating

Today on LawNext: A coronavirus success story – how a state bar, anticipating a tidal wave of unemployment claims, partnered with two legaltech companies to launch a pro bono portal in barely more than a week.  On April 27, 2020, the New York State Bar Association launched a website devoted to helping those who need unemployment assistance due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The site provides assistance with filing an unemployment claim and access to pro bono attorneys for those whose claims are denied.  The launch came less than two weeks after New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo reached out to the bar, asking for its help in preparing for the anticipated onslaught of claims. The bar, realizing it would need help from a technology developer, reached out to practice management company Clio, which in turn reached out to the pro bono portal company Paladin.  In barely a week, the three teams got the site up and running. On this episode, we hear the story of how they did that from three who were directly involved: Henry M. (Hank) Greenberg, president of the NYSBA and shareholder in the law firm Greenberg Traurig. Jack Newton, cofounder and CEO of Clio. Kristen Sonday, cofounder of Paladin.  NEW: Comment on this show: Record a voice comment on your mobile phone and send it to info@lawnext.com. We are now on Patreon! Subscribe to our page to be able to access show transcripts, or to submit a question for our guests.

Merlyne Jean-Louis, Esq. is the founder and owner of Jean-Louis Law, P.C., a New York-based law firm that focuses on business and entertainment law. A former dancer, she uses her legal and creative knowledge to help transform her clients (content creators, influencers, creatives and entrepreneurs) into CEOs. A former dancer, Merlyne is also a dance law commentator. She has discussed copyright law as it relates to choreography on CBS, The Verge, Marketplace Tech and the podcasts Poplaw and Carry on Friends. She also was mentioned in the book Choreographing Copyright: Race, Gender and Intellectual Property Rights in American Dance. Merlyne received her J.D. from Duke Law School and B.A., cum laude, in Psychology and French, minor in Pre-Business Studies from NYU. She is a member of the Entertainment Arts Sport Law (EASL) Section of the NYSBA and the Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association (BESLA). For more information about Merlyne and her practice and a free business checklist, visit www.jllaw.net. IG: Wizardlawyer FB: Jeanlouislaw

The State of New York has been impacted greater than any other U.S. state when it comes to the novel coronavirus. How have local radio and TV stations reacted through public service? How devastating have ad revenue drops been? Are small-town operators upstate in dire need of cash? We get the answers from New York State Broadcasters Association President and Executive Director David Donovan.

Domenick Napoletano (Brooklyn, NY) and June Castellano (Rochester, NY), co-chairs of the NYSBA Emergency Task Force for Solo and Small Firm Practitioners join David to talk about the work they’re doing to help lawyers impacted by the COVID-19 public health crisis. With more than half the members of the State Bar Association working as solo or small firm practitioners, they discuss the areas where the task force is seeking to help members, from economic best practices and law office management to advocating for clarifications about Executive Orders and ensuring rural communities are heard. Napoletano and Castellano, who are both solo practitioners, then explain how virtual notarizations will take place via video conferencing or video chat . Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA’s 118th President David Miranda.

Jonathan Lippman, former Chief Judge of New York, joins David to talk about the partnership between NYSBA and the NYS Court System to build a pro bono network of lawyers in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

Hank Greenberg, President of the New York Bar Association and Judy Perry Martinez, President of the American Bar Association join David to discuss how the coronavirus pandemic is impacting the U.S. courts and legal system and how bar leaders are addressing this crisis. Martinez provides an update on the steps courts are taking to ensure employee safety, while also continuing to operate and serve in the best way possible. She also praises states like Texas for their commitment and ability to move to remote proceedings in a robust way. Greenberg provides an update on what is happening in the New York court system, where except for emergency proceedings in state courts, there are no in-court proceedings happening and how court leaders in the state are responding to the needs of both the public and the profession. Martinez then discusses the ABA's Task Force on Legal Needs Arising Out of the 2020 Pandemic, which you can read more about here. The conversation then turns to discuss the unintended consequences that have arisen because of the coronavirus pandemic including; economic and emotional anguish felt by solo practitioners and small firms, what to do about the upcoming bar exam, which has been since rescheduled to a date sometime in the fall and how state and federal legislation can help. Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President David Miranda.

Max Kenner, Executive Director of the Bard Prison Initiative joins David to discuss what the BPI does, why college-in-prison programs are essential to reducing recidivism and how prisons are adapting and preparing for the coronavirus. The conversation begins with a discussion about the effectiveness of college-in-prison programs, how these programs benefit inmates, and how prior to the 1994 'Clinton Crime Bill,' these programs were found nationwide. The conversation then turns to the current reality of prison inmates and staff in light of the recent increase in the spread of COVID-19. Kenner talks about the concerns advocates have about elderly inmates who susceptible to coronavirus, and the moral imperative society has to protect the most vulnerable populations, including those incarcerated. Finally, they close out the discussion on the power the governor of New York has to release various inmates populations including the elderly and those granted parole but awaiting release. Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President David Miranda.

Terri Gerstein, Director of the State and Local Enforcement Project at the Harvard Law School Labor and Worklife Program, joins David to talk about the gig economy and the impact it's having on workers and companies. Gerstein talks about the need to get a true reporting of how many workers participate in the gig economy, the responsibilities companies like Uber, Lyft, Handy and Task Rabbit have to properly classify their workforce and the impact that has on their opportunity to earn a living. This episode was recorded live from the 2020 NYSBA Annual Meeting. Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President, David Miranda.

Hermes Fernandez, chair of the NYSBA Health Law Section joins David to talk about issues surrounding the coronavirus, how public health authorities have responded to the pandemic and what powers they have to curb the spreading of the virus. Fernandez who is a health law partner at the firm Bond, Schoeneck & King in Albany, talks about the testing process in New York; who can get tested, who can administer tests. He also discusses the differences and similarities between the coronavirus and the common cold and flu. They also talk about the differences between isolation, social distancing, and quarantine and what powers public health officials have to enforce those tactics. Finally, they close out the episode by discussing the impact the closing of courts, law firms, schools, and businesses can have and what the next few weeks will look like, as more people are able to get tested. Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President David Miranda.

Robert Masters, chair of the New York State Bar Associations Criminal Justice Section joins David to talk about the controversial bail and discovery law reforms recently enacted by the New York State Legislature. Masters, who served as Executive Assistant District Attorney in Queens County for 30 years, talks about how the arcane and aged court system in New York led to the setting of bail for low-level crimes and the unintended consequences that those decisions had on individuals. The conversation then moves to a discussion regarding the Bail and Discovery Reform Law that was passed in New York State in April 2019 and went into effect on January 1, 2020. They discuss how the desire to close the Rikers Island jail facilities and limiting the number of people being held pretrial was the impetus for bail reform. The conversation then moves to Masters' involvement in apprehending the 'Zodiak Killer,' one of the most notorious murder cases in United States history. They then close the conversation by talking about the Commission on Prosecutorial Misconduct, which oversees District Attorneys and their offices work to ensure ni impropriety is taking place. Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President David Miranda.

Louise Carron, Executive Director at the Center for Art Law joins Sarah and Michael to discuss her truly unique path to the law, the work being done at the Center for Art Law and fascinating discussion about 'street art.' Carron, a native Parisian, talks about some of her favorite exhibits in the Louvre and her recent trip to the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. She then goes on to describe the work being done at the Center for Art Law - and how the need for a central database of art law information, articles, and law programs inspired her mentor to create the center. The discussion closes with a fascinating discussion on her Street Art article, from the November 2019 NYSBA Bar Journal and about which types of street art have copyright protection, which don't and the relevant case law surrounding this topic. The Non-Billable podcast is hosted by NYSBA members Sarah Gold and Michael Fox.

Alphonso David, president of the Human Rights Campaign, joins David to talk about his upbringing in Liberia, trailblazing career in government and the agenda he's laid out for the Human Rights Campaign. Alphonso, the first black man and the first openly gay man to serve as Chief Counsel to the Governor of New York State, talks about his role in drafting the Marriage Equality Law and how that piece of legislation changed political discourse across the country. He then goes on to detail the issues he is working on currently at the Human Rights Campaign. Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President David Miranda.

NYSBA's 120th President (2017-18), Sharon Stern Gerstman joins Sarah and Michael to talk about her path to law, how the card game, bridge, is responsible for meeting her husband and how quitting smoking led her to take up knitting. Gerstman, counsel at Magavern Magavern Grimm in Buffalo, recalls how her mother knew she was destined to be a lawyer at the age of 5, how a lack of maternity leave policy at a tax firm resulted in her taking a position with the New York Supreme Court in the Eighth Judicial District, where she stayed for 30 years. Finally, Gerstman discusses her unique hobby of knitting and how that has led her to knitting seminars, festivals, and competitions, like the New York Sheep and Wool Festival, 'Sock Madness,' 'Tour de Sock,' and 'The Canadian Crazy Train.' You'll never guess what country, Gerstman claims produces the fastest and best competitive knitters. The Non-Billable Podcast is hosted by Sarah Gold and Michael Fox.

Liz Benjamin, the former host of Capital Tonight and current Managing Director at Marathon Strategies, joins David for a wide-ranging conversation that covers the highs and lows of covering New York State politics for over 20 years. They relive some of the most sensational and surprising stories that Liz has covered, first as a reporter at the Albany Times-Union and as host of Capital Tonight. Liz also talks about her experience navigating the male-dominated industry of news and politics and how her competitiveness set her apart from her peers. Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President, David Miranda.

Aviva Abramovsky, dean at the University at Buffalo School of Law joins David to talk about the work being done by the NYSBA Task Force on Autonomous Vehicles and the Law, which she chairs. They also discuss some of the ethical dilemmas that have come up surrounding this topic, data privacy concerns, and how close we actually are to living in a world where this technology is commonplace. Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President David Miranda.

Scott Karson, president-elect of the New York State Bar Association and partner at Lamb & Barnosky, joins Michael and Sarah to discuss how he went from a social studies student-teacher to Syracuse College of Law. He also talks about the time he attended a music festival in upstate New York during the summer of 1969 and the travel opportunities he and his family have had thanks to his position as a delegate to the American Bar Association. The Non-Billable Podcast is hosted by Sarah Gold and Michael Fox.

Live From the 2019 NYSBA Tech Summit Paul Unger, Founder of Affinity Consulting Group joins David to talk about big trends in cybersecurity, including tips on how lawyers can use technology to advance their practice and better manage their time more effectively. Paul served as the Program co-chair for the NYSBA Tech Summit and he shares his views on how CLE providers can better attract millennial lawyers to their events, the pitfalls of digital distraction and how being a multitasking superhero is detrimental to productivity. Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President David Miranda.

Live from the 2019 NYSBA Tech Summit Lisa M. Smith, United States Magistrate Judge and Ignatius Grande, Director at Berkeley Research Group join David to discuss the role technology is playing in litigation. They discuss the issues that can arise when technology devices like Alexa, Siri, Fitbit, Apple Watches and Google Home are brought into court proceedings. Do these devices violate 4th, 5th, and 6th Amendment rights? Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President David Miranda.

Live From the 2019 NYSBA Tech Summit. Ignatius Grande, Director at Berkeley Research Group, joins David to discuss the importance of electronic communication, social media and mobile devices in the life of a lawyer and law firms. Ignatius recounts how much communication technology like WhatsApp, Twitter, Facebook Messenger have changed the ways lawyers interact with clients and colleagues. They also talk about the 2014 Social Media Guidelines that Ignatius helped create for the NYSBA Commercial and Federal Litigation Section, which have garnered tremendous attention from other state bar associations and national bar associations. Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President David Miranda.

Live from the 2019 NYSBA Tech Summit. John Bandler, Founder of Bandler Group LLC and Joseph DeMarco, Partner at DeVore and DeMarco join David to talk about cybercrimes and cybersecurity tips lawyers and law firms can implement. John and Joe discuss how to safeguard your data from increasingly sophisticated cybercriminals and attacks. They share tips on how small firms and large firms can prevent data breaches by encrypting emails and using two-factor authentication. Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President David Miranda

Welcome to the LI Law Podcast.  We feature legal issues and developments which affect Long Island residents and business owners.  The podcast focuses on Long Island law topics and includes greater New York court and legislative happenings.  If you are one of the approximate 8 million residents of Long Island (Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, and Kings counties), or want to enjoy all law-related matters on Long Island, this podcast is for you! Your host, Zehava Schechter, is an attorney admitted to the New York Bar for 30 years.  She concentrates her private practice in estate planning, administration, and litigation; real estate law; contracts, and business formation and dissolution.  If you like this podcast, you may want to look for Zehava's monthly articles in the Malverne/West Hempstead Herald and the Beacon newspaper. Our guest on this 17th episode is Elan E. Weinreb, Esq., a creative and insightful civil litigator, mediator, and arbitrator who has represented domestic and international clients as both plaintiffs and defendants in state and federal court cases involving diverse and complex fields of law and has extensive experience in the use of technology in litigation.  He has also served as a third-party neutral in mediations and both individually and as a panelist in arbitrations.  A magna cum laude and Order of the Coif 2002 graduate of the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, from 2000 through 2002, Mr. Weinreb served on the Cardozo Law Review, where he developed an interest in the use of computer technology in litigation and published a student Note on the use of computer animations and simulations in the courtroom. He then joined Kaye Scholer LLP, a prestigious midtown Manhattan law firm, which merged with Arnold & Porter several years ago to become Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer, LLP, and had the honor and privilege of representing many clients in multimillion-dollar commercial and product liability litigations.  Seeking more control and responsibility over his own cases, in June 2009, Mr. Weinreb joined Katlowitz & Associates as Senior Associate and Head of Litigation, and in July 2012, he was promoted to Counsel.   At the start of 2014, Mr. Weinreb left Katlowitz & Associates to pursue his life-long dream of establishing The Weinreb Law Firm, PLLC ("TWLF"), a solo civil dispute resolution practice located out of Garden City on Long Island.  From 2015 through 2016, he successfully completed comprehensive training in commercial arbitration offered by the New York State Bar Association ("NYSBA"), mediation training offered by the New York Center for Interpersonal Development, and advanced NYSBA commercial mediation training.  In April 2019, he served as a faculty member in the same advanced NYSBA commercial mediation training that he attended as a student three years before and simultaneously became a Part 146 New York County Supreme Court Commercial Division mediator.  Most recently, in September 2019, he was appointed co-Chair of the New York County Lawyers Association's Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee.  Elan Weinreb's office is located at 1225 Franklin Avenue – Suite 325, Garden City, NY 11530, and he can be contacted at (516) 620-9716 or eweinreb@weinreblaw.com Thank you, Elan, and welcome to the podcast! Please contact us with your general questions or comments at LILawPodcast@gmail.com.  Zehava Schechter, Esq. specializes in estate planning, administration and litigation; real estate law; and contracts and business law. Her law practice is located on Long Island and New York City. No podcast is a substitute for competent legal advice.  Please consult with the attorney of your choice concerning specific legal questions you may have.  

Albany Law Professor Vincent Bonventre returns to discuss the judicial records of Associate Justices Neil Gorsuch and Brett Kavanaugh and the tribal voting nature of the current Supreme Court. Professor Bonventre then gives us a primer on what types of cases he expects the Supreme Court to hear this Fall, including some hot button issues like abortion, gerrymandering, the death penalty, and immigration. Make sure you stay tuned to the end as Professor Bonventre continues his tradition of singing a few lines from one of his favorite crooners, Bobby Vinton. Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President David Miranda

Paul Grondahl, director of the New York State Writers Institute joins David to talk about his book, Mayor Corning: Albany Icon, Albany Enigma, the history of the democratic machine in Albany and preview the Fall 2019 events at the New York Writers Institute. Grondahl details the numerous interviews he did while reporting on his book, including New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, whose grandmother, Polly Noonan was a longtime companion of Mayor Corning. The conversation then turns to discuss the history of New York State Writers Institute and preview a few notable events that will be taking place this fall, including appearances by Dan Rather, Salman Rushdie, Francis Ford Coppola, Rakim, Kate Fodor, and Tony Shalhoub. Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President, David Miranda.

In the premiere of the Non-Billable Pod, Sarah and Mike talk to NYSBA's 118th President and host of Miranda Warnings, David Miranda. They discuss Miranda's path to law and how his career as an intellectual property lawyer began in the 1990s by focusing on this thing called the internet. They also talk about David's (in)famous comedy routines that are a staple of nearly all NYSBA dinners and events. Sarah and Mike then turn the interview over to David, so he can test their trivia chops and then share a lighthearted news story about an asteroid! The Non-Billable pod is hosted by Sarah Gold and Michael Fox.

Buffalo hosted the BNBA/ NYSBA Brewers Festival on 6/22 and Brian and Savana were there to catch all the action! We talked to local friends as well as others across the state while enjoying plenty of fun beers. 1:08 - Swiftwater Brewing Company (Rochester) 3:11 - Reinvention Brewing Company (Manchester) 5:18 - Southern Tier Brewing Company (Lakewood) 6:55 - Newburgh Brewing Company (Newburgh) 11:01 - Brickyard Brewing Company (Lewiston) 14:01 - Old First Ward Brewing (Buffalo) 14:35 - Woodcock Brothers Brewery (Wilson) 16:11 - Three Heads Brewing (Rochester) 17:56 - Pressure Drop Brewing (Buffalo) 23:38 - Silver Lake Brewing Project (Perry) 29:37 - Rusty Nickel Brewing (Buffalo) 32:52 - West Shore Brewing (Clarence) 34:44 - One-Eyed Cat Brewing (East Amherst) 44:06 - Young Lion Brewing Company (Canandaigua) 46:10 - Flying Bison Brewing Company (Buffalo) 52:34 - Froth Brewing (Buffalo) 54:21 - Rohrbach Brewing (Rochester) 61:08 - Big Ditch Brewing Company (Buffalo) 64:29 - CB Craft Brewers (Honeoye Falls) Be sure to Rate, Review and Subscribe as well as follow us on: Facebook: www.facebook.com/whatthehops Twitter: www.twitter.com/whatthehops Instagram: www.instagram.com/whatthehopspodcast Wordpress: whatthehops.wordpress.com/

Luisa M. Kaye, daughter of Judith S. Kaye, former Chief Judge of the New York Court of Appeals, discusses the autobiography she co-edited about her mother's life and career and reveals the personal moments that shaped her judicial philosophy. Luisa recalls the moment she found out her mother was being nominated to the Court of Appeals, discusses the relationship between her parents and how her mother's humble beginnings shaped her to always care about the people that were hardest off and put down by society. Buy Judith S. Kaye, in Her Own Words - https://amzn.to/2NcZIb8 Miranda Warnings is a NYSBA Podcast, hosted by David Miranda, NYSBA's 118th President.

Kacie Candela and Andrew Seger, the hosts of WFUV's Prickly Politics podcast, discuss season 3 of their show titled 'Women in the Room,' which chronicles the history of sexual harassment in the New York State Legislature. Kacie and Andrew discuss the reasons why they felt compelled to dedicate an entire season to this issue and how they approached interviewing survivors of sexual harassment and assault. You can listen to Prickly Podcasts here - https://soundcloud.com/pricklypolitics Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President, David Miranda

Katharine Bodde, Senior Policy Counsel at the NYCLU discusses the recent mixed decision by the Supreme Court in the Box v. Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky and why the renewed assault on abortion has come to the forefront once again. She closes by discussing the history of abortion in New York State and how the Reproductive Health Act, which was signed into law in January 2019, substantially changes abortion in the state. Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President, David Miranda.

Bestselling author, Rick Reilly discusses his book 'Commander in Cheat: How Golf Explains Trump,' while recounting his personal experience playing a round of golf with the President. Reilly also talks about the history of Presidents of the United States playing golf, which President was the best golfer and which President played the most golf while in office. (Hint: the answer WILL surprise you) Reilly also discusses the golf worlds perception of Trump Golf Courses and why he cares so deeply about the integrity of golf. Buy 'Commander in Cheat' here - https://amzn.to/2VMFUub Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President, David Miranda.

Michael Miller, the 121st President of the New York State Bar Association, discusses his 'Law Day' speech at the New York Court of Appeals and why it's not overstating things when he evokes Hitler's Germany, Stalin's Russia, Mao's China and the French Reign of Terror when talking about the language used by the President of the United States. President Miller also reflects on his term as president of NYSBA and how his time as a leader with the New York County Lawyer's Association, during 9/11, helped him lead NYSBA. Michael Miller Law Day Speech - https://bit.ly/2Je7BKx Miranda Warnings is hosted by past NYSBA President David Miranda

A review of the week's major US international tax-related news. In this edition: Efforts to update and align transfer pricing regulations and align them with TCJA now underway ─ NYSBA comments on Section 59A proposed Treasury regulations ─ General Court of the European Union annuls Commission's decision on Belgian excess profit rulings ─ OECD releases fifth batch of peer review reports on BEPS Action 14

Hilary Jochmans, President of Jochmans Consulting, LLC discusses NYSBA's 2019 Federal Legislative priorities, the New York lawmakers positioned to make an impact in this Congress and how the culture of Washington D.C. is changing. Miranda Warnings is hosted by past NYSBA President David Miranda.

New York State Bar Association President Michael Miller discusses the impact the Federal Government shutdown is having on the Rule of Law and the administration of justice. Miranda Warnings is hosted by past NYSBA President David Miranda.

Elin Kunz, former director of Physician Services at Halifax Health discusses her experience as a whistleblower. Kunz was responsible for uncovering Medicare fraud by her employer and details the struggles that whistleblowers face professionally and personally. Kunz was a panelist at the NYSBA Presidential Summit on whistleblowers in 2019. Miranda Warnings is hosted by past NYSBA President David Miranda.

Baxter, NYSBA’s general counsel, and Cardona, an intellectual property attorney, talk with David about turning 1830s townhouses into modern office space, Albany’s rich history, and where in Albany you might have a chance of seeing a ghost. Miranda Warnings is hosted by past NYSBA President David Miranda.

Kathy Suchocki is NYSBA’s senior director of Continuing Legal Education and Law Practice Management. When she isn’t busy with her day job, she takes her seat several times a month on the bench of the Town Justice Court in Halfmoon, NY, to adjudicate a wide range of matters. Miranda Warnings is hosted by past NYSBA President David Miranda.

Richard Hartunian, now a partner at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, served 20 years in the Justice Department, including nearly eight as US Attorney for the Northern District of New York. He discusses how Supreme Court rulings in Skilling and McDonnell have changed the way we prosecute corruption, the strategies of Special Counsel Robert Mueller and the transition from public servant to private practice. Miranda Warnings is hosted by NYSBA's 118th President, President David Miranda.

Michael Miller, a solo practitioner in the area of trusts and estates and president of the New York State Bar Association, talks about supervising elections in Bosnia, just nine months after the war’s end in 1995. Amid the ruins and casualties of war, and despite persistent rain, Bosnians stood for hours proud and eager to vote in a democratic election. Miranda Warnings is hosted by past NYSBA President David Miranda. www.nysba.org/podcast

Celebrate NYC Beer Week 2016 on a special episode of Beer Sessions Radio! New York City Beer Week is the main focus of the NYCBG and NYSBA, and will be February 19 - February 28, 2016. The annual ten day celebration of craft beer throughout New York City will have events including festivals, tastings, menu pairings, and beer dinners.

SPRING IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER AND SO IS TAX TIME! DOES BEING IN A SAME SEX MARRIAGE ALTER YOUR TAX SITUATION? YOU BET IT DOES... BTC HOST KATHY BARRETT Interviews ROBERT S. BARNETT  and GREG L. MATALON of Capell Barnett Matalon & Schoenfeld about what YOU SHOULD KNOW before filing your tax return if you're in a same sex marriage.  There are many options and variables to consider.  If you are unaware of the tax ramifications this new legal status holds, this is the show for you. ROBERT S. BARNETT, is an experienced estate and business planner, and has practiced law in New York, Virginia and Washington, DC.   As an experienced estate and business planner, Robert applies creative and practical solutions in assisting clients to achieve their goals.  He is a frequent lecturer on numerous aspects of tax and business law. GREG MATALON - practice areas include estate planning, estate administration, tax law, Not-for-Profit Corporations Law and Religious Corporations Law. Greg’s legal activities include representation of numerous families who lost loved ones on September 11, 2001, and his involvement in establishing Lutheran Disaster Response of New York. He is a member of the NYSBA and was appointed liaison to the Tax Law Section.   TUNE IN TO BE INSPIRED!   TUNE IN TO BE INFORMED!   Male Voiceover Announcer - Mitchell Geller Night And The Music Theme written, produced and performed by Barbara Thies and Andrew Barrett

SPRING IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER AND SO IS TAX TIME! DOES BEING IN A SAME SEX MARRIAGE ALTER YOUR TAX SITUATION? YOU BET IT DOES... BTC HOST KATHY BARRETT Interviews ROBERT S. BARNETT  and GREG L. MATALON of Capell Barnett Matalon & Schoenfeld about what YOU SHOULD KNOW before filing your tax return if you're in a same sex marriage.  There are many options and variables to consider.  If you are unaware of the tax ramifications this new legal status holds, this is the show for you. ROBERT S. BARNETT, is an experienced estate and business planner, and has practiced law in New York, Virginia and Washington, DC.   As an experienced estate and business planner, Robert applies creative and practical solutions in assisting clients to achieve their goals.  He is a frequent lecturer on numerous aspects of tax and business law. GREG MATALON - practice areas include estate planning, estate administration, tax law, Not-for-Profit Corporations Law and Religious Corporations Law. Greg’s legal activities include representation of numerous families who lost loved ones on September 11, 2001, and his involvement in establishing Lutheran Disaster Response of New York. He is a member of the NYSBA and was appointed liaison to the Tax Law Section.   TUNE IN TO BE INSPIRED!   TUNE IN TO BE INFORMED!   Male Voiceover Announcer - Mitchell Geller Night And The Music Theme written, produced and performed by Barbara Thies and Andrew Barrett

SPRING IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER AND SO IS TAX TIME! DOES BEING IN A SAME SEX MARRIAGE ALTER YOUR TAX SITUATION? YOU BET IT DOES... BTC HOST KATHY BARRETT Interviews ROBERT S. BARNETT  and GREG L. MATALON of Capell Barnett Matalon & Schoenfeld about what YOU SHOULD KNOW before filing your tax return if you're in a same sex marriage.  There are many options and variables to consider.  If you are unaware of the tax ramifications this new legal status holds, this is the show for you. ROBERT S. BARNETT, is an experienced estate and business planner, and has practiced law in New York, Virginia and Washington, DC.   As an experienced estate and business planner, Robert applies creative and practical solutions in assisting clients to achieve their goals.  He is a frequent lecturer on numerous aspects of tax and business law. GREG MATALON - practice areas include estate planning, estate administration, tax law, Not-for-Profit Corporations Law and Religious Corporations Law. Greg’s legal activities include representation of numerous families who lost loved ones on September 11, 2001, and his involvement in establishing Lutheran Disaster Response of New York. He is a member of the NYSBA and was appointed liaison to the Tax Law Section.   TUNE IN TO BE INSPIRED!   TUNE IN TO BE INFORMED!   Male Voiceover Announcer - Mitchell Geller Night And The Music Theme written, produced and performed by Barbara Thies and Andrew Barrett

SPRING IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER AND SO IS TAX TIME! DOES BEING IN A SAME SEX MARRIAGE ALTER YOUR TAX SITUATION? YOU BET IT DOES... BTC HOST KATHY BARRETT Interviews ROBERT S. BARNETT  and GREG L. MATALON of Capell Barnett Matalon & Schoenfeld about what YOU SHOULD KNOW before filing your tax return if you're in a same sex marriage.  There are many options and variables to consider.  If you are unaware of the tax ramifications this new legal status holds, this is the show for you. ROBERT S. BARNETT, is an experienced estate and business planner, and has practiced law in New York, Virginia and Washington, DC.   As an experienced estate and business planner, Robert applies creative and practical solutions in assisting clients to achieve their goals.  He is a frequent lecturer on numerous aspects of tax and business law. GREG MATALON - practice areas include estate planning, estate administration, tax law, Not-for-Profit Corporations Law and Religious Corporations Law. Greg’s legal activities include representation of numerous families who lost loved ones on September 11, 2001, and his involvement in establishing Lutheran Disaster Response of New York. He is a member of the NYSBA and was appointed liaison to the Tax Law Section.   TUNE IN TO BE INSPIRED!   TUNE IN TO BE INFORMED!   Male Voiceover Announcer - Mitchell Geller Night And The Music Theme written, produced and performed by Barbara Thies and Andrew Barrett