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Celebrate 2025 AAPI Heritage Month with AABANY!

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month this year, AABANY is presenting or co-sponsoring several events this month. We hope to see you all there! Follow the links for more details, and please note the registration deadlines.

May 1, 2025

AABANY Co-Sponsors: Karaoke Showdown

6:00 pm, 22 W 32nd St. 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001.

Registration is closed for this event.

May 4, 2025

AABANY Sunday Run Day

8:30 AM (Meet at 8:30 am. Runtime 9:00 am.)

In the lawn near the 86th Street A train station (Central Park West and West 86th)

This event is preparation for the May 24 AAPI 5k run. For more information, click here.

May 10, 2025

AABANY Co-Sponsors: Southern Brooklyn AAPI Heritage Month Celebration 2025

11:00 am. P.S. 105, 1031 59th St
Brooklyn, New York 11219

For more information, click here.

May 11, 2025

AABANY Sunday Run Day

8:30 AM (Meet at 8:30 am. Runtime 9:00 am.)

In the lawn near the 86th Street A train station (Central Park West and West 86th)

This event is preparation for the May 24 AAPI 5k run. For more information, click here.

May 14, 2025

AABANY Co-Sponsors: Third Annual Hon. Randall T. Eng Award Program

12 :45 – 2:15 PM – New York Supreme Court Appellate Division – Second Department
45 Monroe Place, Brooklyn, New York, New York 11201

Click here for more information.

May 14, 2025

Join AABANY for Mets v. Pirates Baseball Game

Citi Field / Mets Stadium, 41 Seaver Way, Flushing, New York 11368

Click here for more information.

May 14, 2025

AABANY Co-Sponsors: Talking with Trailblazers

6:00 pm – Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
1 Manhattan West, 395 9th Ave., New York, New York 10001

Click here for more information.

May 18, 2025

AABANY Sunday Run Day

8:30 AM (Meet at 8:30 am. Runtime 9:00 am.)

In the lawn near the 86th Street A train station (Central Park West and West 86th)

This event is preparation for the May 24 AAPI 5k run. For more information, click here.

May 21, 2025

AABANY Monthly Manhattan Pro Bono Legal Clinic

6:30 – 8:30 pm, AAFE Community Center – 111 Norfolk Street, New York, New York 10002

Click here to register to volunteer and find event details.

May 24, 2025

AABANY Presents: 2025 NYC AAPI 5K – Pier 45

Hudson River Greenway, New York, New York 10014

Click here to register and find event details.

May 29, 2025

AABANY Annual Dinner 2025

5:30 pm – 12:00 am – Cipriani Wall Street 55 Wall Street, New York, New York 10005

Click here for details.

May 31, 2025

AABANY Bi-Monthly Brooklyn Pro Bono Legal Clinic

12:30 – 2:00 pm – CPC Brooklyn Community Services, 4101 8th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232

Click here to register to volunteer.

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Thank You to Our Volunteers at the April 2025 Pro Bono Clinic in Manhattan

Thank you AABANY, AALFNY, PBCS, AAFE, and our volunteers who assisted with the April 16th pro bono legal clinic in Manhattan!

Our volunteers met with 15 clients and discussed a variety of issues involving housing, divorce, immigration and civil litigations. Volunteer attorneys and interpreters patiently addressed client concerns, answered questions and connected them to lawyers or programs through AABANY’s Legal Referral and Information Service (LRIS).

We offer services in both Mandarin and Cantonese and aim to continue to provide support for those who may struggle to obtain quality legal care due to linguistic or cultural barriers when seeking advice regarding substantive laws and procedural issues.

Thank you to all of our volunteers for dedicating your precious time to our Pro Bono Clinics and events. You all make our community a better place!

Volunteer Attorneys
Anthony Wong
Beatrice Leong
Francis Chin
Gary Yeung
Jenny Dai
John Hui
Justin Lee
Lily Li
Mengxi Xiong
Rachel Yoo (Remote)
Tammy Tran
Vishal Chander
Yen Yi Anderson

Interpreters/Shadowers
Grace Ouyang
Chia-Jung (Colette) Chang
Juliet Romero
Jack HsiaRuo Yang

Behind the Scenes Volunteers

Yang Chen
Kevin Hsi
Kwok Ng
Nandar Win Kerr

Please join our upcoming pro bono clinics on – May 21, Manhattan, from 6:30 – 8:30pm, AAFE Community Center, 111 Norfolk Street, NY, NY 10002 

May 31, Brooklyn, from 12:30 – 3:30pm, CPC Brooklyn Community Services, 4101 8th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11232

June 4, Queens, from 6:30 – 8:30pm, One Flushing Community Center, 133-29 41st Ave, 2nd Floor, Flushing, NY 11355

Looking forward to seeing everyone at the next clinic! 

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AABANY Women’s Committee Hosted: Nourish Your Creativity

On the evening of February 21, the AABANY Women’s Committee hosted an art night in downtown Manhattan called “Nourish Your Creativity.” This gathering aimed to inspire creativity and bring participants together for a fun-filled evening.

Eight enthusiastic participants arrived, excited to explore their artistic sides. They had the freedom to choose their desired art activities, allowing each person to have a personalized experience.

Five participants chose to paint pots, transforming them into beautiful vases and cups. As they worked, laughter and friendly chatter filled the air. They shared techniques and encouragement, making the experience even more enjoyable.

Meanwhile, three participants opted for oil pastels, creating vibrant drawings that showcased their unique styles. The atmosphere buzzed with creativity as they immersed themselves in their artwork, allowing their imaginations to flourish.

Beyond the art, the event fostered connection. Participants spent quality time together, sharing stories and inspiration throughout the evening.

After the art session, the group headed to Chinatown for a delightful dinner. Surrounded by the vibrant atmosphere, participants engaged in lively discussions about food, art, and life.

As the night came to an end, participants eagerly looked forward to the next gathering, excited to continue exploring their creativity together. Until then, the joy of this event will linger, reminding us all of the magic found in art and companionship.

Thank you to everyone who attended the event, and thank you so much to the Women’s Committee for organizing. To learn more about the Women’s Committee and how you can get more involved, please click here.

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In the News: Congratulations to Judge L. Austin D’Souza on His Appointment as Supervising Judge of Manhattan Civil Court

L-R: (top row): Judge Carmen A. Pacheco of Kings County (Brooklyn) Civil Court, Judge Edwin I. Novillo of Queens County Criminal Court, and Judge L. Austin D’Souza of New York County (Manhattan) Civil Court, (bottom row) Judge Ira R. Greenberg of Queens County Civil, Judge Taisha L. Chambers of Bronx County Civil Court, and Judge Frances Ortiz of New York County Housing Court.

Judge L. Austin D’Souza has been appointed as the Supervising Judge of the Manhattan Civil Court, succeeding Judge Shahabuddeen Ally. This significant and prominent elevation attests to Judge D’Souza’s strong leadership and dedication to public service.

Judge D’Souza is part of a group of new judicial leaders appointed across New York City, including Hon. Frances Ortiz, Hon. Ira Greenberg, Hon. Edwin Novillo, Hon. Taisha Chambers, and Hon.  Carmen Pacheco, each taking charge of key courts in Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx, and Brooklyn.

Chief Administrative Judge Joseph Zayas praised the appointees for their “sound judgment, fairness, integrity, innovative spirit, and commitment to public service.” First Deputy Chief Administrative Judge Norman St. George also recognized their innovative and adaptable approaches to addressing the challenges of the legal system.

Judge D’Souza, an active member of AABANY, has consistently demonstrated a commitment to creating diversity and advancing the legal profession. His involvement with AABANY shows his passion for community engagement, further reflecting the qualities that make him a renowned and well-respected leader in the judiciary. Please join AABANY in congratulating Judge D’Souza on this noteworthy accomplishment and wishing him every success in his future judicial endeavors.

To read the full article in the New York Law Journal, click here.

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AABANY Intellectual Property Committee Hosts VR Gaming Experience

On Monday, November 4, AABANY’s Intellectual Property Committee hosted a Virtual Reality Gaming event at Tidal Force VR, a small tech startup located in the Flatiron District of Manhattan. 

While some attendees had prior experience with VR, others did not. Participants played in two games: the first was a space-themed game, where they had to defend against a siege of alien invaders. The second game was a three-versus-three team event, in which the attendees split up and faced off against one another.

Overall, the event was a lively and enjoyable experience for everyone, and attendees were able to learn about and experience VR firsthand while also connecting with one another. The IP Committee is always looking for new and exciting ways for members to develop relationships. Look out for more fun IP Committee events in the new year! 

Thanks to the IP Committee for hosting this event, as well as everyone who was in attendance. To learn more about the IP Committee, please click here.

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Chinatown Manpower Project Invites AABANY to Discuss Business Entity Formation and Partnership Agreements

We would like to thank the Chinatown Manpower Project (CMP) for the opportunity to present again at their business workshop on October 26, 2024, which focused on forming business entities and partnership agreements. We extend our significant gratitude to May Wong, Co-Chair of the Professional Development Committee and former Co-Chair of the Pro Bono & Community Service Committee, for her insightful and engaging discussion on these topics and for providing valuable referrals for entrepreneurs aspiring to establish a business in New York City.

Many immigrants arrive in the United States seeking better economic prospects and face barriers to traditional employment, such as language differences and lack of local networks. CMP (https://www.cmpny.org/) offers employment support to people from all walks of life, including immigrants and second-generation immigrants. CMP also hosts comprehensive entrepreneurial workshops and seminars, provides one-on-one consulting services to small business clients, and refers clients to partnering resource organizations for government assistance, legal consultation, financial literacy, and micro-lending. 

AABANY collaborates with CMP  to create this legal workshop to help small business owners and the next entrepreneurs. AABANY also helps advise small business owners and young entrepreneurs at our upcoming legal clinics. We invite you to join AABANY’s upcoming Pro Bono Clinics taking place on: 

November 20th, 2024 at 6:00pm – Manhattan Pro Bono Clinic at AAFE Community Center, 111 Norfolk St, New York, NY 10002. Sign up here to volunteer – https://forms.gle/SD2VMY8X6yE4vsxW9

December 4th, 2024 at 6:00pm – Queens Pro Bono Clinic at AAFE, One Flushing Community Center,  133-29 41st Ave, 2nd Floor, Flushing, NY 11355. Sign up here to volunteer- https://forms.gle/3LeM9KtqMn8CcNUc6

To learn more about AABANY’s Pro Bono & Community Service Committee and their activities, go to probono.aabany.org.

Photo credit to Nandar Win Kerr

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IP Committee Hosts Dinner at Charoen Krung

On July 22, the IP Committee met for a tasty Thai dinner at Charoen Krung in Manhattan.  Attendees enjoyed a wide variety of classic Thai dishes.  The dinner welcomed many new faces into the community, from law students to interns, to experienced private practice and in-house attorneys.  Attendees shared about how they were spending their summers, as well as about projects they were tackling at work.  The dinner ended with delicious Thai desserts including mango sticky rice.     

Thank you to everyone who joined!  The IP Committee always welcomes new members to its events!

To learn more about the IP Committee and how you can get involved, go here.

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Thank You to Our Volunteers at the August 21st Pro Bono Clinic in Manhattan

Thank you to AABANY volunteers, attorneys, interpreters, and law students who came to help AABANY’s Pro Bono Clinic in Manhattan. Our volunteers spent the night meeting with 14 clients on issues ranging from housing, divorce, immigration, and criminal law. 

The clinic saw some returning clients as well as new ones. Each client was assigned to an attorney who diligently advised them on their legal issues. Law students who had the opportunity to shadow the attorneys took notes, while interpreters that spoke Cantonese and Mandarin helped overcome any language barriers between the client and attorney. Many clients left feeling satisfied and confident on what to do next with their cases. Clients also took away additional AABANY information and resources they could use if needed.

Thank you again to everyone, including volunteer attorneys: 

  • Beatrice Leong
  • Chenyi Wang
  • Collin Li
  • Jieman Tan
  • Justin Lee
  • Kwok Kei Ng
  • Meghan Liu
  • Nicholas Loh

Thank you also to our non-attorney volunteers:

  • Alexandra Lao
  • Alice Biagini
  • Chia-Jung (Colette) Chang
  • Emily Kam
  • Junjie Wang
  • Willis Huynh
  • Xing Yang
  • Yi Liu

If you would like to participate in future Pro Bono clinics to help serve the community, please join us at these upcoming events:

Manhattan Pro Bono Clinic on September 18, 2024 at AAFE Community Center, 111 Norfolk St New York, New York 10002. Sign up here – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeFnSP5eXseWRky_LJe1sXraQJHeJ0-xbUC6BOn3EpPNzf5Sg/viewform

Queens Pro Bono Clinic on October 2, 2024 at AAFE One Flushing Community Center, 133-29 41st Ave, 2nd Floor, Flushing, NY 11355. Sign up here – https://forms.gle/5PjG8A73EE1XENyV9

Thank you to the Pro Bono & Community Service Committee for organizing the Pro Bono Clinics. To learn more about the Committee and to find out how you can get involved, visit probono.aabany.org.

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AABANY’s Membership Committee Hosts a Lobster Boat Cruise at Sunset

On Thursday, June 27th, the Asian American Bar Association of New York’s Membership Committee hosted a Lobster Boat Night.

Attendees exchanged their legal briefs for lobster bibs as the cruise set sail with a perfect blend of cool breezes and clear skies. As the Manhattan skyline stretched out before everyone, the Statue of Liberty came into view and provided a majestic scene for the attendees to snap tons of photos.

With the sun setting and the city lights twinkling in the distance, everyone enjoyed cool summer drinks and indulged in delicious lobster rolls. Attendees shared stories, cracked jokes, had a blast, and made memories that will outlast the lobster season!

To find out more about the Membership Committee, please click here.

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AABANY’s Labor & Employment Law Committee Hosts Summer Sichuan Night at CHILI

On Tuesday, June 25, 2024, AABANY’s Labor & Employment Law Committee hosted their Summer Sichuan Night at the restaurant CHILI in Midtown Manhattan.

The dinner at CHILI proved to be a cozy and inviting experience and brought new and old members together to mingle over a spicy family-style Sichuan meal. Attendees networked and mingled throughout the evening, learning about each other’s backgrounds, careers, and professional experiences. The Labor & Employment Law Committee collected a group of individuals from far and wide, a reflection of AABANY’s diverse membership, with attendees hailing from as close as Brooklyn, to as far as Shenzhen, China.

Thank you to the Labor & Employment Law Committee for planning and hosting Sichuan Night as well as everyone who attended and enjoyed conversing over delicious Sichuan cuisine on a hot summer day. The Labor and Employment Law Committee continues to welcome new members and hopes to see many old and new faces at future events!

To find out more about the Labor & Employment Law Committee, please click here. 

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