On October 23rd, 2023, we honored Jeffrey L. Kessler with the John J. McCloy Memorial Award and Hon. Barbara S. Jones with the Fern Schair Public Service Award.
The COVID-19 pandemic was arguably the most disruptive event in the history of the New York Courts, and it brought significant hardship to many individuals who depend on the court system. That hardship cannot be undone, but our sincere hope is that this report will be an important step along the path to improving the performance of the courts and ensuring that the next time there is a significant disruption, the courts are prepared. [Read more…] about New York Courts’ Response to the Pandemic: Observations, Perspectives, and Recommendations