Matrimonial Justices Panel

DATE
Tuesday, March 18, 2025

TIME
Panel Discussion:
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. ET
Networking Reception:
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.ET

LOCATION
Auditorium
New York Law School
185 West Broadway, New York, NY 10013

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Matrimonial law is a deeply personal field that has a profound impact on individual litigants. The law in this area is often flexible, leaving state court matrimonial judges with much discretion to fashion appropriate relief that meets the unique needs of children and families. 

As part of an hour-long discussion, several New York County matrimonial justices, past and present, will offer their perspectives on matrimonial litigation, describe the common issues that arise in their courts, and discuss the skills required of those hoping to enter the field. An hour-long networking reception will follow, where current students and alumni will have an opportunity to speak with the panelists about the practical application of matrimonial law.

Panelists
Hon. Linda Capitti ’93, New York Supreme Court, New York County, Part 9 
Hon. Ariel D. Chesler, New York Supreme Court, New York County, Part 62 
Hon. Tandra L. Dawson, New York Supreme Court, New York County, IDV Court
Hon. Michael L. Katz, New York Supreme Court, New York County, Part 24

NYLS CO-SPONSORS
Diane Abbey Law Institute for Children and Families
Wilf Impact Center for Public Interest Law