New York, N.Y. (November 26, 2024) – New York Senior Trial Partner Jennine Gerrard was recently appointed President of the American Board of Trial Advocates’ (ABOTA) Southern New York State Chapter. The newly expanded Chapter includes all of New York City, Long Island, and all counties up to Albany. Ms. Gerrard was sworn in by the Hon. Kathy J. King of New York Supreme Court, New York County, at a ceremony last week and began her two-year term as President.
Reflecting on her appointment, Ms. Gerrard – who previously served as Vice President of ABOTA’s Southern New York Chapter – commented, “I am honored to be elevated to the role of President among this group of highly distinguished trial attorneys. I look forward to continuing to pursue our goals of expanding ABOTA’s ranks in Southern New York State and helping our members further hone their talents.”
Jennine A. Gerrard is a Senior Trial Partner in the New York City office of Lewis Brisbois and a member of the Medical Malpractice, Healthcare, Products Liability, National Trial Practice and General Liability Practice Groups. With over 25 years of experience, she has established herself as a formidable trial attorney, specializing in high-exposure cases across various practice areas.
ABOTA is an invitation-only national association of experienced trial lawyers who are dedicated to preserving the right to a civil jury trial under the Seventh Amendment to the United States Constitution and promoting civility in the courtroom.
View the full list of Lewis Brisbois' ABOTA members on our National Trial Practice page and learn more about ABOTA here, and SNYABOTA here.