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Michael Wu featured in May issue of Inside Counsel

aabany — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:15:50 -0400

Michael Wu featured in May issue of Inside Counsel: Congratulations to Michael Wu, General Counsel...

On May 16 and 17, in celebration of Asian Pacific American...

aabany-ed — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:52:43 -0400

On May 16 and 17, in celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, “Iva: The Myth of Tokyo Rose,” co-produced by the Asian American Bar Association of New York (AABANY) and the Asian American Arts Alliance, was performed at the Asia Society.

The world premiere on May 16 played to a full house, followed by a stimulating talkback led by the Hon. Denny Chin that included Kathy Hirata Chin, partner at Cadwalader, and Gurjot Kaur, Staff Attorney at the Sikh Coalition. Many audience members stayed for the reception that took place afterwards at the Leo Bar upstairs from the auditorium at Asia Society.

Friday’s matinee performance also played to a full house, including many students from New York City’s schools. The talkback afterwards was led by Andrea Louie, Executive Director of the Alliance, and included Soriya Chum, the playwright and co-director of the production, Elena Chang, co-director and general manager, Yang Chen, Executive Director of AABANY, Rehana Mirza, from Ma-Yi Theater’s Writer’s Lab, and Eileen Rivera, from Leviathan Lab.

Both performances played to enthusiastic and engaged audiences from New York’s diverse communities.

Thanks to the Asia Society, all our sponsors and all the supporters that made this production possible.

AABANY Law Review Student Note Competition

aabany — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:00:15 -0400

The AABANY Law Review is pleased to announce its inaugural Student Note Competition. One student...

The world premiere of “Iva: The Myth of Tokyo Rose”...

aabany — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:07:18 -0400

Talkback following the opening night performance led by the Hon. Denny Chin, with Kathy Hirata Chin (center) and Gurjot Kaur (right).

The world premiere of “Iva: The Myth of Tokyo Rose” took place at the Asia Society on May 16, 2013. This co-production between the Asian American Bar Association of New York (AABANY) and the Asian American Arts Alliance represented the second time that both groups collaborated to bring to the stage a play based on AABANY’s trial re-enactment scripts. The auditorium of the Asia Society was nearly filled to capacity and the audience witnessed a captivating theatrical experience, retelling the true story of the prosecution of a mythical enemy of the state.

After the performance, the Hon. Denny Chin led a talkback that included Kathy Hirata Chin and Gurjot Kaur of the Sikh Coalition on the panel. Judge Chin and Ms. Chin co-wrote the original Tokyo Rose re-enactment script on which “Iva: The Myth of Tokyo Rose” is based, and they provided the historical and legal context for the story. Gurjot spoke about the relevance of the issues raised in the play to present day, touching on the post-9/11 era and racial attacks on Sikhs, South Asians and Muslims.

After the talkback, many of the guests headed upstairs to the Leo Bar for the post-show wine and cheese reception, attended also by the cast members, creative team and talkback panelists.

Thanks to everyone for coming and thanks to all our donors, grantors, and Community Sponsors for their support. Thanks especially to the Asia Society for providing the stage, facilities and assistance throughout the entire process.

AABANY Co-Sponsors: Community Briefing: The Immigration Reform Debate

aabany — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:57:33 -0400

On Sunday, May 19, you’re invited to a Community Briefing: The Immigration Reform Debate. ...

Read the Current Issue of the AABANY Advocate (click on the...

aabany — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:44:26 -0400

Read the Current Issue of the AABANY Advocate (click on the image to read the issue as a PDF)

In this Issue:

AABANY 24th Annual Dinner
Sponsor Spotlight: White & Case
President’s Letter
Profile: Tsui Yee
It Happened at the AABANY Dinner
Beginning of a New Era

ERRATA: In the print version of the current issue of the Advocate, the Sponsor Spotlight indicated that White & Case has “15 Asian American partners and 42 Asian American associates.” The correct figures are 21 partners and 63 associates in the United States. The online version of the Advocate has been corrected to include those figures.

Join AABANY at the Asian American & Pacific Islander...

aabany — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:32:26 -0400

Join AABANY at the Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Festival on May 18

The 34th Annual AAPI Heritage Festival will take place in Manhattan this year on May 18 at Confucius Plaza from 11 am to 6 pm. From the organizers:

Organized by the Coalition of Asian Pacific Americans since 1979, this annual festival is the longest running and largest event celebrating pan-Asian heritage nationwide. It celebrates not only the value of families, but also our heritage which make us proud to be Asian American and Pacific Islander.

The festival is free and open to the public thanks to generous contributions over the years from sponsors such as Nielsen, Verizon and Macy’s as well as from supporting companies: McDonalds, Con Edison, Toyota, Pepperidge Farm, Campbell Soup, Different Roads to Learning, and many Asian communities and organizations.

AABANY will be among the exhibitors at the event. Stop by, bring your friend and families, enjoy performances, sample delicious Asian food and check out exhibits from other community groups and vendors. The video above is from last year’s festival, and as you can see, it’s a lively and fun event.

Hope to see you in Manhattan Chinatown on Saturday!

Join AABANY at the KALAGNY Gala Dinner on June 11, 2013

aabany-ed — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:08:40 -0400

Join AABANY at the KALAGNY Gala Dinner on June 11, 2013:...

Immigrant Civic Leadership Program: Now Recruiting!

aabany — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:08:26 -0400

The Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs in partnership with Coro New York Leadership Center is...

Litigation Committee Gathers for Happy Hour on May 9

aabany — Mon, 13 May 2013 12:27:08 -0400

The Litigation Committee celebrated its first Happy Hour for 2013 at The Stag’s Head on May 9...

"Iva: The Myth of Tokyo Rose" - Recognizing our Supporters and Partners

aabany-ed — Fri, 10 May 2013 14:56:00 -0400

We are delighted that numerous Community Partners are helping us get the word out about “Iva:...

DANCE TO CHINA - Annual Student Recital Sunday, June 23rd,...

aabany — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:56:13 -0400

DANCE TO CHINA - Annual Student Recital

Sunday, June 23rd, 2:00pm at NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts

566 LaGuardia Place by Washington Square

Subway: A, B, C, D, E, F, M to West 4th St; 1 to Christopher St; N, R to 8th St; 6 to Astor Place or Bleecker St.

$15/adults; $12/Seniors & Students & Group of 5 and more

Order Tickets Now!

(New York) This spectacular dance program features traditional folk dances performed by NYCCC students. Audiences will be treated to a variety of regional and folk dances, such as the Mongolian, Uyghur, Tibetan, and Dai dances that showcase the rich diversity of China’s different regions. Come experience the richness of Chinese dance, arts & culture in this exciting family show!

Because of inflation and increasing production costs, we are racing to raise additional $3500 to cover the cost for this wonderful family program. Help us to meet this goal by purchasing tickets, journal ad, or make a donation! Thank you for your support!

NYCCC is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, New York State Council on the Arts, a state agency, and discretionary fund from City Council Member Margaret Chin.

5th Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Celebration

aabany — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:53:43 -0400

Saturday, May 11, 2013, 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM Charles B. Wang Center Join us for the Fifth Annual...

A New Film & Theater Performance By Undocumented Asian Youth

aabany — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:52:00 -0400

May 20, 7:30-9 | The Culture Project, 45 Bleecker Street #UndocuAsians brings the lived...

NYIC 40-hour Immigration Law Training

aabany — Wed, 08 May 2013 13:01:07 -0400

The New York Immigration Coalition in collaboration with The New York State Office for New...

CHIEF JUDGE LORETTA A. PRESKA AND CONGRESSMAN JOSÉ E. SERRANO ANNOUNCE FUNDING FOR NEW SECURITY PAVILION AT UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT

aabany — Wed, 08 May 2013 12:57:59 -0400

Loretta A. Preska, Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Southern...

On April 30, 2013, the Government Service & Public Interest...

aabany — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:40:00 -0400

From L. to R.: Exec. Dir. Yang Chen, Jean Kim, PBCS Committee Chair, President Mike Huang (rear), Karen Yau and YuJin Hong, GSPI Committee Co-Chairs, Judy Kim, Membership Secretary. Photo: K. Goyco.

Membership Secretary Judy Kim chatting with Jimmy Yan, General Counsel, BP Scott Stringer's Office, and Lauren Lee. Photo by Katrina Goyco.

Guests mingle in our own section at Triona's. Photo by Yang Chen.

From L. to R.: Katrina Goyco, GSPI Comm. Membership Chair, Jean Kim, Mike Huang, YuJin Hong, Karen Yau, Judy Kim. Photo by Yang Chen.

On April 30, 2013, the Government Service & Public Interest (GSPI) and the Pro Bono & Community Service (PBCS) Committees hosted a successful happy hour event at Triona’s on Third in Gramercy. It was a fun evening with over 30 lawyers from numerous government agencies, public interest law firms, and nonprofit organizations in attendance. AABANY members and guests met old friends and began building lasting connections with others. This event, co-sponsored by AABANY’s Membership Committee, also inaugurated “Get to Know AABANY in 2013,” an exciting series of happy hour events being hosted by different AABANY committees throughout the year.

The GSPI and PBCS Committees are currently planning joint CLE events as well as individual committee events for this upcoming year. If you are interested in learning more about the GSPI Committee, please contact Membership Chair Katrina at katrina.goyco@aabany.org. For information about the Pro Bono & Community Service Committee, please contact Committee Chair Jean at jean.kim@aabany.org.

VOLUNTEER and Join Us at the Annual Citywide Citizenship Application Assistance Event on May 11th!

aabany — Mon, 06 May 2013 12:07:46 -0400

Please Support AABANY and Volunteer with Us for the Saturday, May 11th, Citywide Citizenship Day...

On Wednesday, May 1, Rio Guerrero, Partner and Founder of...

aabany — Mon, 06 May 2013 11:40:00 -0400

On Wednesday, May 1, Rio Guerrero, Partner and Founder of Guerrero Yee LLP, and also Founder and Co-Chair of the Immigration and Nationality Law Committee at AABANY, spoke on a panel entitled, “Comprehensive Immigration Reform: What is the Plan? What Works and What Doesn’t? and Will the Bill Pass?” presented by the American Constitution Society, New York Lawyer Chapter, and co-sponsored by AABANY and the Hispanic National Bar Association. Seated next to Rio is Jacki Esposito, Director of Immigration Advocacy at the New York Immigration Coalition, and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), Eighth Congressional District, both of whom were also on the panel.

Rio spoke on changes to the immigrant visa system in the draft bill, eliminating the diversity lottery and replacing it with a merit-based point system. With the movement away from family-based immigration, Rio posed the question whether the new bill runs counter to promoting family unity.

The event was held at the New York offices of Microsoft.

NY City Bar: Talent Night 2013!

aabany — Mon, 06 May 2013 11:13:43 -0400

The Entertainment Committee of The City Bar Invites you and all Bar Members to Talent Night...