As lawyers we must always be willing to embrace new ideas in our field. That includes not only new ways to serve clients but also embracing technology and creating strategies that haven’t been used before. One such idea is law new which is a concept that can be beneficial to all firms and their clients.
New Law refers to legal work that hasn’t been done before by a firm or is being done in a way that isn’t the traditional model of working at a law office. This can include a number of different things from serving the needs of underserved populations to a specialized practice that focuses on certain types of cases. This type of work can be very effective in helping people get the help that they need while also being a way to generate revenue for the firm and providing a new source of client satisfaction.
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Among other things, the legislation protects New Yorkers from deed theft by enabling the Attorney General and local District Attorneys to pause related property ownership disputes and eviction proceedings while an investigation is underway. It also expands the list of crimes that allow prosecutors to void fraudulent instruments affecting real estate sales and loans. The Governor and the Legislature will continue to explore additional measures to ensure New Yorkers are protected from deed theft and other financial scams. This is the second time that a law has been passed aimed at protecting home owners from the growing crime. The Legislature has passed three other laws since 2015 to combat deed theft and related financial fraud. The law is the first of its kind in the country to provide specific penalties for deed theft. The legislation was passed by both houses of the Legislature with broad bipartisan support.