At the request of the Board of Judges of the United States District Court for the Northern District of New York, the Federal Court Bar Association invites nominations for the 2026 Trial Advocacy Training Program, a highly selective, hands-on training initiative designed to develop the next generation of federal trial attorneys. DEADLINE TO APPLY IS AUGUST 3, 2026.
The Federal Court Bar Association for the Northern District of New York Hon. Frederick J. Scullin, Jr. Scholarship Program is now accepting applications for the 2024 Scholarship Cycle. In December 2005, the Northern District of New York Federal Court Bar Association established The Honorable Frederick J. Scullin, Jr. Scholarship Program to recognize exemplary law students who attend Albany Law School, Cornell University College of Law, and Syracuse University College of Law. In calendar year 2024, the Association will select three (3) scholars, one from each school, each of whom will receive a scholarship in the sum of $2,000. Students currently in their second year of law school are eligible to apply.
By Christina Cagnina The theme of Law Day 2026, “The Rule of Law and the American Dream,” was incredibly topical, important and well-chosen. As a long-time defense attorney, I was very excited to have had the opportunity to join Judge Katz on April 16, 2026, to...
By Michael Langan, Mia Herrera, and Tara Nugent[1] Courts and commentators have both begun to grapple with whether the use of generative artificial intelligence (“gen-AI”) waives attorney-client privilege and/or work product protection. So far this year, federal...
A newspaper publisher repeatedly prints biting commentary critical of the Governor. Incensed, the Governor instigates a grand jury investigation. The grand jury refuses to indict. Undeterred, the Governor’s ally – the Attorney General – files misdemeanor charges...
By Brian Butler As the summer begins, our federal court community finds itself at a meaningful intersection of history and present responsibility. This year marks the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, a moment that invites reflection not only on where we...
By Tara Nugent[1] The Northern District of New York organized elegant tributes to the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The celebrations took place on June 9 at the James T. Foley Courthouse in Albany, and on June 11 at the James M. Hanley Federal...
New Member Resources Are Here!
The Northern District of New York Federal Court Bar Association is pleased to announce two new member-exclusive resources designed to help our members build professional connections, grow their practices, and advance their careers. Check out the new
NDNY-FCBA Membership Directory and Career Center!
Updating your attorney profile takes only a few minutes and helps us maintain and accurate and up-to-date membership directory!
Join the NDNY-FCBA First Decade Committee for a luncheon series bringing attorneys together with members of the federal judiciary in an informal setting. Held across the Northern District of New York, each session will feature a different federal judge and offer a valuable opportunity to hear directly from the bench, ask questions, and connect with colleagues.
Robert Alessi, a partner in DLA Piper’s New York City office, has deep NDNY roots. Born and raised in Oneida County, Bob attended both college and law school in Albany, raised his children in the Town of Bethlehem, and regularly practices in the Northern District of...
The FCBA’s Pro Se Assistance Program provides invaluable support to individuals navigating federal court without legal representation. The program relies on dedicated attorneys who have the temperament and expertise to help pro se litigants better understand court...