R. Acosta
New York, NY (May 23) – The Dominican Bar Association would like to extend congratulations to one of the founding members of The DBA, The Honorable Rolando T. Acosta, on his appointment by Governor Cuomo as Presiding Justice of the Appellate Division for the First Judicial Department.
“Judge Acosta is a pillar of our legal community and we are thrilled to witness Judge Acosta achieve another first in his professional career. We applaud Governor Cuomo on this appointment and congratulate all the Justices that were elevated to the four Appellate Departments.” Vianny M. Pichardo, President of The Dominican Bar Association. For more information, please visit the Governor’s website.
Celebrating Dominican Judges
The DBA is committed to supporting Latinos in the legal profession and promoting diversity in the judiciary. This February, in commemoration of Dominican Heritage Month, the DBA proudly hosted an evening panel and reception celebrating the Dominican Judiciary. Opening remarks were provided by Judge Acosta and Judge Mendez.
Officers
Vianny M. Pichardo, President
Miguelina Camilo, President-Elect
Edda Santiago, Treasurer
Carla Taveras, Recording Secretary
Jaclyn Quiles, Corresponding Secretary
Directors: Maria Felix, Patria Frias-Colón, Elsa Hampton, Queenie Paniagua, Renton Persaud, Jaclyn Quiles, Glenys Rosario, Walsy K. Saez Aguirre, Edda Santiago, Shantal Sparks, Carla Taveras.