The NYSBA Presidential Summit is an annual event organized by the New York State Bar Association, bringing together legal professionals to discuss pressing issues in the legal field. The 2023 summit focused on "Mental Health and the Justice System: Impacts, Challenges, Potential Solutions," addressing the intersection of mental health and the legal system.
Key topics included the personal experiences of legal professionals with mental health challenges, the importance of creating inclusive work environments that promote mental wellness, and the criminalization of mental illness leading to incarceration. Sessions featured discussions on the impact of untreated mental illnesses within the criminal justice system and the need for community-based treatment solutions.
The summit provided networking opportunities for attendees to connect with peers and experts in the field. Notable speakers included Zack McDermott, author of "The Gorilla and the Bird: A Memoir of Madness and a Mother’s Love," and Rev. Sharon White-Harrigan, Executive Director of the Women’s Community Justice Association.
This event is particularly beneficial for attorneys, judges, and legal professionals interested in understanding and addressing mental health issues within the justice system, offering insights into challenges and potential solutions to improve access to justice.
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Speakers(6)
Bridget McCormack
President and CEO at American Arbitration Association International Center for Dispute Resolution
Bridget McCormack is the President and CEO of the American Arbitration Association International Center for Dispute Resolution. She previously served as the Chief Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court.
Ignatius A. Grande
Director at Berkeley Research Group
Ignatius A. Grande is a Director at Berkeley Research Group, focusing on legal technology and e-discovery consulting.
Katherine B. Forrest
Partner at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
Katherine B. Forrest is a partner at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP, specializing in artificial intelligence and litigation. She co-chairs the firm's Digital Technology Group and has extensive experience in legal issues surrounding generative AI.
Marissa J. Moran, J.D.
Professor at CUNY – New York City College of Technology
Marissa J. Moran, J.D., is a Professor in the Department of Law & Paralegal Studies at CUNY – New York City College of Technology, specializing in legal education.
Ronald J. Hedges
Principal at Ronald J. Hedges LLC
Ronald J. Hedges is a former United States Magistrate Judge for the District of New Jersey and currently serves as Principal at Ronald J. Hedges LLC, providing legal consulting services.
Vivian Wesson
Chief Legal Officer at The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
Vivian Wesson serves as the Chief Legal Officer at The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), overseeing legal affairs and compliance.
Event Details
- Date
- January 17, 2024
- Location
- 🇺🇸 New York, United States
- New York Hilton Midtown
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Attorneys, judges, legal professionals
- CLE Credits
- 3.0 MCLE Credits in Areas of Professional Practice