City probes Jamaica shelter provider’s ‘truly problematic’ dealings
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“This is not a good situation.”
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Public review process begins for plan to actually close Rikers jails
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Though Rikers is technically part of the Bronx, it is located within Queens Community District 1.
Read MoreAfter ‘public charge’ setback, advocates urge immigrants to seek legal guidance
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“It is critical that immigrants and their families … consult legal advocates who understand the rule before assuming it applies to them.”
Read MoreDefense attorneys dissect bail reform laws at criminal court seminar
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“This is not the first incongruity we’ve seen for the new bail and discovery statutes that aren't lined up with the practice as it stands.”
Read MoreVeteran cops with Queens ties rise in the ranks
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“These are talented leaders and I am thrilled with the experience and vision each brings to their role.”
Read MoreLaw professors condemn bail reform ‘fear-mongering’ in letter to local media
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“The danger of fear-driven news coverage cannot be overstated.”
Read MoreQueens legal community honors legacy of MLK Jr.
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“We may have all come on different ships, but we’re in the same boat now.”
Read More‘She was our abuela’ — Richmond Hill remembers slain 92-year-old
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Her neighbors made clear that the woman’s death should not be used as a tool by ICE to promote anti-immigrant policies.
Read MoreActing administrative judge describes Supreme Court overhaul plan
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“What does that do? It makes you better lawyers, to be honest.”
Read MoreYouth Court program provides jail-free solutions for Queens teens
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The Youth Court is supervised by an adult staff member, but the final decision on sanctions rests on the shoulders of a group of 14-18-year-olds.
Read MoreQueens law community honors Martin Luther King Jr.
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The event will feature Hon. Randall Eng as its keynote speaker.
Read MoreFacing challengers, Maloney launches re-election bid
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Maloney recently became the first woman to chair the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
Read MoreCorona Lyft driver sentenced after sexually assaulting passenger
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Welinton Fernandez, 31, was convicted in November 2019 of a criminal sexual act and sexual abuse.
Read MoreRise of the Queens Defenders
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The organization said it will also continue to offer Know Your Rights workshops, immigration assistance, afterschool programming and other resources.
Read MoreSilver hosts forum on Supreme Court overhaul
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News of the overhaul plan sent murmurs through the court last week.
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