Bill > A03849

This bill repeals Section 470 of the Judiciary Law, which previously allowed attorneys who have law offices in New York State to reside in an adjoining state. By removing this specific section of law, the bill eliminates the existing provision that permitted attorneys to maintain their professional practice in New York while living in a neighboring state. The bill is straightforward, consisting of two sections: the first section completely repeals the referenced section of the Judiciary Law, and the second section specifies that the act will take effect immediately upon enactment. The practical impact of this bill would be to potentially require attorneys with New York law offices to reside within the state, though the full legal implications would depend on how this repeal is interpreted and implemented by courts and legal regulatory bodies.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3849