On October 16, 1979, the Court of Appeals allowed still and motion picture cameras into the courtroom during oral argument for the first time … More Cameras in the New York Courts — October 16, 1979 »
This photo captures a part of the ceremony, in the chamber of the New York State Assembly, celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the formation … More 250th Anniversary of the Formation of the New York State Supreme Court — May 28, 1941 »
In this photograph, Chief Judge Frank H. Hiscock and Associate Judge Emory A. Chase of the Court of Appeals are taking a stroll in … More Chief Judge Frank H. Hiscock and Associate Judge Emory A. Chase Walking by Court of Appeals Hall »
July 9 is the sad anniversary of Benjamin N. Cardozo’s death, in Port Chester, NY, at the home of his friend, New York Court … More President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s Handwritten Statement on Hon. Benjamin N. Cardozo’s Death »
This picture marks a pivotal moment in the history of New York’s Unified Court System. The date is January 15, 1974; the location is … More Chief Judge Charles D. Breitel Names Richard J. Bartlett Chief Administrative Judge »
The picture of Chief Judge Stanley Fuld was taken on January 1, 1967. The oath is being administered by John Van Voorhis, the Senior … More Chief Judge Stanley Fuld is Sworn In »
The picture of Chief Judge Irving Lehman was taken on December 30, 1939 at his home in 119 East 71 Street in New York … More Chief Judge Irving Lehman is Sworn In »
These two application letters from July 1935 launched the New York public service careers of two historic Chief Judges: Stanley Fuld and Charles Breitel. … More Chief Judges Stanley Fuld & Charles Breitel Start Their Careers »
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These photographs were taken on December 30, 1959 in the conference room at Court of Appeals Hall and show the retirement ceremony of Chief … More Court of Appeals Judges at Chief Judge Albert Conway’s Retirement »
