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The History of the New Jersey Law Center

Check out the video of Vincent J. Apruzzese, Esq., a former NJSBF President, who led the drive to build the New Jersey Law Center, telling the story of how the building came about. The Foundation’s high school mock trial competition is named after Mr. Apruzzese. In this oral history, titled The History of the Law Center, Mr. Apruzzese takes you through the process which culminated in The New Jersey Law Center becoming one of the premiere centers for law-related education in the nation for the public and attorneys. Click here to watch the 23-minute video.

Don’t Miss These Virtual Events from Monmouth Vicinage, Cosponsored by the NJSBF

In honor of Law Day, Monmouth Vicinage is hosting a series of virtual educational events focused on this year’s national theme—Advancing the Rule of Law – Now.

May 5 at 4 p.m. —“Trailblazing with Technology: Maintaining Transparency and Citizen Involvement in Jury Trials During a Pandemic”  For more information, click here.
To register for the virtual event, click here.

May 13 at 9:30 a.m. —“Virtual Juries: Inspiring Citizens’ Participation in Jury Service in a Pandemic” For more information, click here.
To register for the virtual event, click here.

May 24 at 12:30 p.m. — “Qualified Immunity and the Application of Pierson v. Ray” A panel will discuss the Law Day theme and key principles of the rule of law like equal application and enforcement of laws. Presenters will be law professors who will also discuss the doctrine of qualified immunity and its constitutional origins. To register for this program, click here.