In a move that reinforces the judicial strength of Brooklyn, Mayor Eric Adams has made strategic appointments and reappointments to the Family Court, Criminal Court and Civil Court. Among these, Brooklyn’s legal community stands out with several notable figures.
“Public safety and justice are the prerequisites to prosperity, and the judges I’m appointing and reappointing today are deeply committed to both,” said Mayor Adams. “Ensuring that our courts have the judges they need to operate smoothly, efficiently, and effectively will help us continue to reverse the bottlenecks that resulted from the pandemic and that has delayed justice for too many.”
Leading the appointments is Judge Ben Darvil, reappointed to Family Court. Initially appointed as an interim Civil Court judge in 2016 and then to Family Court in 2017, Judge Darvil has made significant contributions, including his work with the New York City Administration for Children’s Services and as a law clerk to the Honorable John M. Leventhal (Ret.).
Judge Cynthia Lopez, appointed to Family Court, brings extensive experience, having served as borough chief of the Brooklyn Family Court Legal Services. Her career spans various roles in the New York City Administration for Children’s Services, enriching her perspective on family law.
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Judge Emily Ruben, reappointed to Family Court, boasts a diverse legal background. Her tenure at The Legal Aid Society’s Brooklyn Neighborhood Office and her expertise in matrimonial law and trusts and estates make her an asset to the judiciary.
In the Criminal Court, Mayor Adams reappointed Judge Mary Bejarano, who has served…
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