Treasure Troves of Local History in County Court Records
The Society celebrates the legal history of the State, from the high court to the local level. This project categorizes historical court records held by the county clerks. These records give insight that is of special importance to researchers, historians, genealogists, and others. Dive in!
New Chatting with the Authors Podcast–Recovering Cardozo
In our first podcast of Chatting with the Authors of Judicial Notice 18, Prof. John Q. Barrett and Henry M. Greenberg share their views of one of the State’s most preeminent jurists: Benjamin N. Cardozo. The two discuss their articles and how we understand Cardozo’s jurisprudence today. Watch now!
The Society Heads Upstate!
Executive Director Marilyn Marcus and Deputy Director Allison Morey will give a virtual presentation to members of the Association of Public Historians of New York State Region 9. They will highlight the work of the Society as well as navigate the history of New York’s courts to equip researchers with a better understanding of how to use court records. Learn more!
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Society on the Road: Region 9 Association of Public Historians Meeting
The Society is heading upstate for a virtual presentation to members of the Association of Public Historians of New York State’s Region 9 Meeting. … More Society on the Road: Region 9 Association of Public Historians Meeting »
Judicial Notice 18 — Out Now!
Issue 18 of Judicial Notice is now arriving on our members’ doorsteps. This issue features articles about important New York legal figures and judges, fascinating cases, … More Judicial Notice 18 — Out Now! »
Remembering Hon. E. Leo Milonas
It is with sadness that the Historical Society has learned of the passing of one of our founding Trustees Hon. E. Leo Milonas on … More Remembering Hon. E. Leo Milonas »
