Bill > S02422

This bill seeks to repeal Section 470 of the Judiciary Law, which currently allows attorneys who have offices in New York State to reside in an adjoining state. By completely removing this section of law, the bill eliminates the existing provision that permits attorneys to maintain a professional office in New York while living in a neighboring state, such as New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, or Vermont. The bill is straightforward, containing just two sections: the first repealing the specific section of the Judiciary Law, and the second stipulating that the repeal takes effect immediately upon becoming law. The practical effect of this bill would be to potentially require attorneys to maintain both their professional office and personal residence within New York State, though the full implications would depend on how the law is interpreted and enforced.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2422