Miranda Warnings New York State Bar Association

President Domenick Napoletano’s humble background inspired an uncompromising work ethic that has shaped the defining moments of his professional journey. He shares his vision and priorities for the year ahead. 

President Richard Lewis reflects on his groundbreaking year leading the organization and handling issues including antisemitism, changes to affirmative action and threats to funding for important legal services programs. He also shares how the year has changed him both personally and professionally.

 In this month's episode of "Miranda Warnings Roundtable," our panel of experts engage in a lively discussion about the state Senate's rejection of Governor Kathy Hochul's chief judge nominee and the political ramifications. 

The New York State Bar Association is re-releasing an episode of the Miranda Warnings podcast from 2020 about the defense strategy in the criminal case against Hollywood film mogul Harvey Weinstein. In April 2024 the New York State Court of Appeals overturned the criminal conviction of Harvey Weinstein in a 4 to 3 ruling.

In September 2020, following Weinstein’s conviction, the members of his defense team appeared on Miranda Warnings to discuss the case and their plans for appeal.  Weinstein attorneys Arthur Aidala and former Judge Barry Kamins outlined different strategies for appeal, which proved successful.

Voters in New York State will have a constitutional amendment on the ballot this November. Will they decide to add an equal rights amendment offering protection against discrimination based on gender, national origin, sexual orientation and other factors? In this episode, host David Miranda dives into the issue with the New York State Bar Association's Women in Law Section chair Kimberly Wolf Price. 

Host David Miranda is joined by political strategist Liz Benjamin and law professor Vin Bonventre to analyze the recent decision by the NYS Court of Appeals on how the state of New York draws its congressional district boundaries. Listen to the spirited conversation covering the decison, the dissent and the possible political implications of this ruling.