Following a public comment period, the Chief Administrative Judge of the New York courts recently issued Administrative Order 270/2020 implementing substantial changes to general civil practice in New York Supreme Court. The rule changes go into effect on February 1, 2021. The new rules, almost 30 in total, adopt many […]
After 10 years with Yankwitt LLP, Marks returns to government service White Plains, NY (January 20, 2021) – Yankwitt LLP is proud to announce that Kathy Marks, a partner with the firm for the past 10 years, has returned to government service in the prominent role of general counsel of […]
Yankwitt LLP attorney Michael Reed is leading a newly launched Westchester County Bar Association called Mentoring Circles, a professional development opportunity designed to support attorneys at all stages of their careers. The “circles” include a mix of seasoned and less experienced lawyers, who are willing to share their individual strengths […]
Russell Yankwitt has been named a Top Lawyer in Commercial Litigation in the recent issue of Hudson Valley Magazine. Lawyers throughout the Hudson Valley voted for peers worthy of inclusion in this 220-plus attorney roster. Other “top lawyer” accolades Russell has earned include New York Metro Super Lawyers, Top 100 […]
Judge Karas Grants Defendants’ Motion to Dismiss Complaint Alleging Due Process Violations under the Fourteenth Amendment In Twardosz v. Yonkers Public School District, No. 19-CV-6138 (KMK), 2020 WL 6135114 (S.D.N.Y. Oct. 19, 2020), Judge Kenneth Karas dismissed the plaintiff’s complaint alleging due process violations under the Fourteenth Amendment, as well […]
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