Day: December 22, 2025

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Thank You to the Volunteers at the Manhattan Pro Bono Clinic in December

We extend a heartfelt thank you to the Asian American Law Fund of New York (AALFNY), Asian Americans for Equality (AAFE), the Pro Bono & Community Service Committee (PBCS) and all the dedicated volunteers who contributed their time and expertise at the December 17th Pro Bono Clinic in Manhattan. We truly appreciate your commitment, especially given the extreme cold weather.

At the Clinic, our volunteers met with 9 clients, providing guidance on various legal issues including housing, immigration, public benefits, and civil litigation. Their collective efforts ensured that each client received personalized support and essential legal assistance.
We are deeply grateful for everyone’s contributions and look forward to continuing this important work together! 

Volunteer attorneys:

Jingjuan (Max) Guo
Anthony Hom
Justin Lee
Meng (Stella) Li
Jie Shi
Yilan Wang
Carrey Wong
Gary Yeung

Interpreters/shadowers:

Nandar Win Kerr
Nian Ting Han
Carmen Huang
Carrie Nie
Wendy Zeng
Shang Zhai

We invite you to continue supporting our community by joining us at our upcoming Pro Bono Clinics:

  • January 10th [Brooklyn link here], from 12:30 – 3:30pm, CPC Brooklyn Community Services, 4101 8th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11232
  • January 21st [Manhattan link here] from 6:30-8:30pm, AAFE Community Center, 111 Norfolk Street, NY, NY 10002
  • February 4th [Queens link here], from 6:30 – 8:30pm, AAFE One Flushing Community Center, 133-29 41st Ave, 2nd Floor, Flushing, NY 11355

To learn more about the Pro Bono & Community Service Committee, visit probono.aabany.org.

Thank you for making a significant difference in our community.  We wish you a wonderful holidays season! See you next year!

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AABANY and NYIPLA Young Lawyers Committee Host December Board Games Night

On Thursday, December 18, 2025, AABANY’s IP Committee teamed up with the New York Intellectual Property Law Association (NYIPLA) Young Lawyers Committee for a fun and festive Board Games Night.  The event brought together attorneys, law students, and friends for an evening of networking, laughter, and friendly competition over classic and modern board games.

Attendees enjoyed a variety of games, including Flip 7, Taboo, and Hues and Cues, which sparked plenty of creativity, quick thinking, and colorful conversations. Whether strategizing to win or just playing for fun, participants had a great time connecting in a relaxed, social setting over dinner and drinks.

Additionally, attendees celebrated the birthday of AABANY member (and past Litigation Committee Co-Chair) Aakruti Vakharia. The cake shared by all who was there was a special treat for the fun night.

Special thanks to NYIPLA Young Lawyers Committee for co-sponsoring this event and to all who attended and made the evening a success.  Thanks also to Fish & Richardson for hosting.  We look forward to hosting more collaborative events in the coming year!

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AABANY and SAICBA-Q Celebrate First-Ever Diwali Dinner

AABANY celebrated its first-ever Diwali Celebration on October 28, 2025, at Bengal Tiger in Manhattan, a sold-out success co-sponsored by the South Asian and Indo-Caribbean Bar Association of Queens (SAICBA-Q).

The event brought together dozens of members from both organizations to celebrate the Festival of Lights—a holiday often observed by Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs. Diwali symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance, and is celebrated with traditions like lighting oil lamps, decorating homes, setting off fireworks, and exchanging gifts and sweets.

Attendees of all backgrounds—from students to associates, partners, judges, and non-lawyer allies—enjoyed the festive occasion. Many wore celebratory attire, adding to the atmosphere. The gathering featured a variety of appetizers, chaats, entrees, desserts, and mango lassis.

Looking ahead, AABANY plans to make this an annual event with increased capacity to meet member interest. Both AABANY and SAICBA-Q are also excited to co-host future events, including a potential Holi celebration in the spring of 2026.

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2025 NAPABA Convention | Relive #NAPABA2025 with NAPABA’s Photo Gallery

The 2025 NAPABA Convention was an unforgettable three days of inspiration, connection, and community, and now you can relive it all. We’re thrilled to share the official 2025 NAPABA Convention Photo Gallery, capturing the energy, excitement, and impact of our time together in Denver.

This year’s Convention was nothing short of extraordinary. Nearly 2,900 attorneys, judges, law professors, and law students helped make it the second-largest gathering in NAPABA history. We welcomed more than 800 first-timers, reached our highest sponsorship record ever, and filled every room with the unmistakable spirit of our community.

From forward-looking conversations on the Portrait Project to a dynamic Gala Keynote featuring Rich Ting and Katie Phang, the Convention showcased the trailblazers, innovators, and rising leaders shaping the future of our profession. But the moments that mattered most were the ones powered by you—your expertise, your engagement, and your commitment to lifting our bar to new heights.

Now you can revisit those moments, and if you haven’t had a chance yet, be sure to read and share our full 2025 Convention recap, a look back at the people, programs, and conversations that made this year’s gathering exceptional.

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NAPABA Announces: Register or Apply Now for ABA’s 2026 BLI & CBLA Leadership Programs

Application Deadline: Friday, February 27, 2026

Two premier ABA leadership development opportunities are now open for registration and applications! NAPABA members are encouraged to take advantage of these programs, consistently recognized for cultivating dynamic and effective bar leaders. Early-bird registration is available for both initiatives.

Bar Leadership Institute (BLI)

Chicago, IL | March 11–13, 2026

Designed for incoming bar leaders and presidents-elect, BLI offers training on governance, strategic planning, and bar leadership fundamentals.

TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE.

NAPABA Affiliate Discount Code: NAPABA40

Collaborative Bar Leadership Academy (CBLA)

Cleveland, OH | June 7–9, 2026

A joint initiative of NAPABA and national affinity bar partners, CBLA is an immersive leadership academy for attorneys dedicated to bar service and community impact.

TO APPLY, CLICK HERE.

These programs provide unmatched professional development, peer networking, and pathways to strengthen leadership within the legal profession. NAPABA encourages interested members to review eligibility details and submit applications early.

For questions about BLI or CBLA, contact us membership@napaba.org.

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