• Crown v. John Peter Zenger, 1735: Trial Re-enactment & Panel Discussion – Syracuse

    James M. Hanley Federal Building 100 South Clinton Street, Syracuse

    Crown v. John Peter Zenger (1735): You are invited to a free, public reenactment for all ages of the historic 1735 John Peter Zenger trial. The event will take place at the Federal Courthouse and feature live actors, period costumes and an interactive look at freedom of the press. Watch local students and community members play judges, lawyers, witnesses and jurors as you learn how one printer changed free speech forever. An expert panel discussion on Freedom of the Press and reception will follow. No RSVP is required. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend!

  • Lunch with the Federal Judiciary – October 14 in Syracuse with Judge Freedman (RSVP Required)

    James M. Hanley Federal Building 100 South Clinton Street, Syracuse

    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.

  • CLE: PRO BONO TRAINING 2026: TRYING A CIVIL RIGHTS CASE – SYRACUSE

    James M. Hanley Federal Building 100 South Clinton Street, Syracuse

    This CLE program will provide practitioners with the information necessary to handle the trial of a prisoner case typically brought under 42 USC §1983. Ethical issues and substantive and practical areas will be covered.

    ***This program is offered free of charge, but advance registration is required. Because seating is limited and breakfast and lunch will be provided, registrants who can no longer attend are asked to cancel their registration at least 72 hours in advance whenever possible.