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The Unified Court System’s Advisory Groups provide input and guidance to judicial leadership and the Office of Court Administration on critical issues impacting the administration of justice in New York State courts. Composed of judges, attorneys, court staff, and subject matter experts, the Advisory Groups incorporate diverse perspectives in examining and recommending laws, rules, policies, and programs to advance equal access to justice, promote public trust in the courts, encourage education and understanding about the court system, and support the just, fair, and timely resolution of matters that come before New York State’s courts.

Access for People with Disabilities, Advisory Committee on

Access to Justice, Permanent Commission on

Alternate Dispute Resolution, Advisory Committee on

Attorney Emeritus Advisory Council

Commercial Division Advisory Council

Continuing Legal Education Board

Criminal Jury Instructions and Model Colloquies, Committee on

Elder Justice, Judicial Committee on

Ethics Commission for NYS UCS

Federal Judicial Council

Guide to New York Evidence, Committee on

Immigration Issues in Family Court, Advisory Council on

Judicial Ethics, Advisory Committee on

Justice for Children, Permanent Judicial Commission on

Justice Task Force

LGBTQ Commission (Richard C. Failla Commission)

UCS’ Advisory Groups benefit from the participation of those with diverse experiences and perspectives. The Appointments Unit for the Unified Court System welcomes statements of interest from jurists, court staff, legal practitioners, academics, and experienced and knowledgeable experts for consideration for appointment to various Advisory Groups.

To submit a statement of interest, please contact the Appointments Unit by email at committeeappointments@nycourts.gov.
Please include:
a resume/CV and a brief statement of interest and description of relevant qualifications and experience
the Advisory Group(s) in which you are interested in the subject line of your email
and the following information in your submission: full name; mailing address; telephone number; county(ies) in which you practice or work; and attorney registration number (if applicable)

Applications and recommendations are appreciated, but please note that appointment is not guaranteed.