Firm News
Awards for Pro Bono Services.
Morrissey & Morrissey, LLP was recognized for its free legal service provided in 2008 to those who could not otherwise afford counsel. The New York Bar Association presented the Empire State Counsel designation to Sabrina E. Morrissey & James J. Morrissey, Jr. for "their outstanding contribution in rendering 50 or more hours of free legal services to the poor in 2008."
Sabrina E. Morrissey, Esq., Heather O’Neill, Esq. and James J. Morrissey, Jr. all received an award of appreciation from Legal Services of New York for pro bono legal services provided to the poor in 2008.
Spring Meeting of Trusts and Estates Law Section.
Sabrina E. Morrissey & James J. Morrissey, Jr. attended the Trusts and Estate Law Section meeting (NYSBA) in Amelia Island, Florida, March 19 – 22, 2009.
Changes in the Law.
Gov. David Patterson has signed a new law effecting dramatic changes to the Power of Attorney form in New York. The most important change is to the gift-giving portion of the form. The new law requires all gifts of over $500 (to continue a pattern of gifting or to a charity) to be spelled out on a rider – also to be signed and acknowledged by the principal. The effective date of the legislation is September 1, 2009.
