New York Personal Injury Attorney Richard Steigman to Lead NYSTLA Webinar on Recent Developments in New York Civil Practice

Tonight, January 22, 2026, partner Richard M. Steigman of Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf is serving as featured faculty for a live New York State Trial Lawyers Association (NYSTLA) webinar examining recent and consequential developments in New York Civil Practice.

The program begins at 5:00 p.m. ET and offers 3.0 Areas of Professional Practice CLE credits, approved for both transitional and non-transitional attorneys.

A Partner-Level Perspective on Civil Practice in New York

As a senior trial lawyer and partner at one of New York’s leading litigation firms, Richard Steigman brings decades of courtroom and appellate experience to this CLE program. His practice focuses on complex civil litigation, where staying current on legislative changes and evolving court decisions is critical to effective case strategy.

During today’s webinar, Steigman will provide an in-depth analysis of recent statutory updates and appellate rulings affecting New York civil practice, along with practical guidance drawn from active litigation. The program emphasizes how these developments are applied in real cases—not merely how the law is written—making the discussion particularly valuable for practicing litigators managing demanding civil caseloads.

Practical Insights, Pitfalls, and Strategy

The seminar is designed to equip attorneys with actionable insight, including:

Key legislative changes impacting civil litigation in New York
Recent appellate decisions shaping civil practice and procedure
Practice tips for navigating motion practice, pleadings, and affirmations
Common procedural pitfalls and strategies to avoid them

By focusing on real-world application, the program reflects Steigman’s trial-driven approach to civil litigation.

Faculty and Judicial Perspective

Richard Steigman is joined by John R. Higgitt, Associate Justice of the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, First Department. The pairing offers attendees both practitioner and judicial perspectives on how civil practice standards are interpreted and enforced in New York courts.

CLE Credit and Materials

This NYSTLA program has been approved by the New York State Unified Court System, CLE Board for 3.0 Areas of Professional Practice credits. Written materials prepared by the faculty—including affirmation materials authored by Richard Steigman and Justice Higgitt—are available to registrants.

Registration Details

Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET
Format: Live Webinar
CLE Credit: 3.0 Areas of Professional Practice

The program is free for NYSTLA members and qualifying attendees, with registration available for non-membembers.

You can still register here