Statement from New York State Bar Association President Stephen P. Younger

ALBANY, NY (12/31/2010)(readMedia)-- New York State Bar Association President Stephen P. Younger of New York (Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP) today issued the following statement on the inauguration of Andrew M. Cuomo as Governor of New York State:

"Congratulations to Andrew Cuomo on becoming the 56th Governor of the State of New York. Mr. Cuomo has dedicated his life to public service. His extensive knowledge and expertise, coupled with his considerable intellect and sound judgment, will benefit all New Yorkers.

"Despite the fiscal challenges our state faces, I am confident New York's best days are yet to come. We look forward to working with Governor Cuomo to ensure that every New Yorker has equal access to our justice system."

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Founded in 1876, the 77,000-member New York State Bar Association is the official statewide organization of lawyers in New York and the largest voluntary state bar association in the nation. The State Bar's programs and activities have continuously served the public and improved the justice system for more than 130 years. For more information, visit us at our Web site at www.nysba.org.