New Jersey State Law Now Codifies the “Freedom to Read”
Dec 17, 2024On December 9, 2024, Governor Murphy signed P.L. 2024, Chapter 96 into law. This statute, entitled the “Freedom to Read” Act, mandates that school districts adopt a policy dictating how library materials are selected and how removal requests are addressed.
U.S. News and World Report Names CLMC to “Best Law Firms” List for 13th Year in a Row
Nov 07, 2024CLMC was honored to be named to the list of “Best Law Firms” in the 2025 edition U.S. News and World Report – Best Lawyers. The Firm received Tier 1 distinction in the areas of Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Labor and Employment Litigation, Land Use and Zoning Litigation, and Municipal Litigation. This is the 13th year in a row the Firm has earned this award.
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Cheyne R. Scott Selected to "New Leaders of the Bar" List
Oct 30, 2024Cheyne R. Scott has been named to the 2024 “New Leaders of the Bar” list by the New Jersey Law Journal. Formerly known as “40 Under 40”, the list identifies a select group of distinguished young attorneys for their outstanding career achievements, and for their contribution to the legal community through their leadership in bar and other activities, lectures and publications. This honor follows Cheyne's inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch® list for Labor and Employment Law - Management, Labor and Employment Litigation, and Municipal Law.
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Part-Time Employment May Require Full-Time Health Benefits
Oct 21, 2024Recently, an arbitrator with the New Jersey Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC) determined that a school district is obligated to provide health benefits to part-time teaching assistants, or paraprofessionals, under P.L.2020, c.4 (“Chapter 44”). This interpretation could have significant implications for school districts throughout New Jersey, particularly those that do not participate in the School Employees’ Health Benefit Program (SEHBP) and rely on paraprofessionals and other part-time staff.
Maria P. Vallejo Receives Trailblazer Award from APALA-NJ
Oct 11, 2024Congratulations to Maria P. Vallejo on receiving the APALA-NJ Trailblazer Award at its 25th Annual Gala! Her remarkable achievements in litigation and land use law, coupled with her leadership roles, including making history as the first Filipina-American President of the Hudson County Bar Association, are truly inspiring. Maria's dedication to ethical practice and diversity in the legal field sets a powerful example for future generations. Her commitment to education as an adjunct professor at Rutgers Law School further showcases her influence and passion for the law.
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Celestino Labombarda, Brianna Martins, Maxwell Merker, Aastha Kataky-Alvarez, Joseph Baldofsky and Sarah Racine Join CLMC
Oct 11, 2024We are pleased to announce that Celestino A. Labombarda, Brianna C. Martins, Maxwell J. Merker, Aastha Kataky-Alvarez, Joseph P. Baldofsky, and Sarah E. Racine have joined the Firm.
Board Member Election Reminders
Sep 25, 2024Each November (or April) the future of your district is redefined as school board candidates share their visions and ideas with your community. As a member of your school board, and more importantly as a parent or community member, you have a vested interest in that future – to ensure the continued success of your students. Whether as supporters and opponents, or as candidates yourselves, you must remember that the actions of current board members need to adhere to the Code of Ethics. N.J.S.A., 18A:12-24.1. With this school election season underway, we hope to provide guidance and answer common questions. For additional guidance, please consider reviewing resources available from the New Jersey School Board Association or previously released opinions by the School Ethics Commission.
How a Decision from the District Court of Kansas May Impact Your New Jersey School District
Sep 03, 2024A recent preliminary injunction granted by a federal district court in Kansas may apply to certain school districts in New Jersey, and you may not know anything about it.
2025 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® Recognizes Record Number of CLMC Attorneys
Aug 15, 2024Twelve CLMC attorneys are in the latest editions of the Best Lawyers® lists, a new Firm record. Managing Partner Ralph J. Lamparello and Partners Cindy Nan Vogelman, John V. Mallon, Steven Menaker, Thomas R. Kobin, Kenneth A. Porro, Maria P. Vallejo, Philip W. Lamparello, and Thomas A. Morrone were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Partners Ellen L. Camburn, Cheyne R. Scott, and Of Counsel James B. Shovlin were honored in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch®.
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CLMC Defense Department Receives Honors and Speaks at 2024 NJDA Convention
Jul 02, 2024Several attorneys from CLMC's Defense Department received honors and presented seminars at the 2024 New Jersey Defense Association Annual Convention in Manchester, Vermont.
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Peter F. Bariso, Longtime Judge and Prolific CLE Speaker, to Receive NJSBF 2024 Medal of Honor
Jul 01, 2024The New Jersey State Bar Foundation is proud to bestow the 2024 Medal of Honor, the Foundation’s most prestigious award, to Hon. Peter F. Bariso, Jr., A.J.S.C (Ret.)
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Gina Riccardi to Speak at Hudson County Landlord Tenant Seminar
Jun 26, 2024Gina Riccardi will be a guest panelist at the Recent Trends in Hudson County Landlord Tenant Practice seminar presented by the Hudson County Bar Association on July 17, at 5:00 pm at the Brennan Courthouse, 583 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. The esteemed panel will also feature the Honorable Michael A. Jimenez, J.S.C. and will discuss post-COVID practice, filing trends, notices, rental assistance wins and pitfalls, and post-judgment relief. Participants will earn 2 ethics CLE credits.
CLMC Welcomes 2024 Summer Law Clerks
Jun 10, 2024Chasan Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC is proud to welcome Daria Beshentseva, Kamil Gaska and Jessica Park to our 2024 Summer Law Clerk Program.
This program is designed to introduce law students to the Firm, and provide them an opportunity to explore a variety of practice areas as well as gain insight into the day-to-day practice of law in and out of the courtroom.
Bill S-2930 Reforms Access to Public Records Under OPRA
Jun 10, 2024On June 5, Governor Murphy signed into law Bill S-2930 which will become effective on September 3, 2024. The Bill modernizes the State’s existing OPRA law, creating a more cohesive framework for requestors attempting to gain access to documents that are created and maintained by public officials.
Maria P. Vallejo Speaks Before State Agencies for AAPI Heritage Month
May 23, 2024Maria P. Vallejo was tapped by the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General (“NJ OAG”) and the New Jersey Division of Motor Vehicles (“NJ DMV”) to speak on back-to-back programs addressing issues faced by Asian American & Pacific Islanders (“AAPI”).
Nicole R. Cassata Prevails in New Jersey Supreme Court on Behalf of the New Jersey Defense Association
May 16, 2024On January 29, 2024, Nicole Cassata argued before the Supreme Court of New Jersey on behalf of the New Jersey Defense Association, Amicus Curiae in the matter of Goyco v. Progressive Insurance Company. In a recent unanimous decision, the Supreme Court agreed with Nicole's argument, ruling that a low speed electric scooter (LSES) rider does not fall within the definition of “pedestrian” for purposes of the No-Fault Act and therefore is not entitled to PIP benefits. The Court held that while expanding the definition of “pedestrian” to include LSES operators would advance the medical coverage goal, it would undermine the goal of curbing the rise of insurance costs. Expanding the availability of PIP coverage to LSES operators is properly for the Legislature and not the Court.
Cheyne R. Scott Speaks at 2nd Annual Well-Being in the Law Judiciary Program
May 10, 2024On May 9, Cheyne R. Scott was a featured speaker at the 2nd Annual Well-Being in the Law Judiciary Program moderated by Hon. Lee A. Solomon, Associate Justice of the New Jersey Supreme Court and Chair of the Supreme Court Committee on Wellness in the Law. The speakers used their personal experiences to discuss issues of concern identified by the Committee, such as challenges to wellbeing for law professionals and the availability of tools and resources to support wellness in the law. The program coincides with the Supreme Court's recent approval of a new series of recommendations to address well-being issues faced by attorneys.
Steven Menaker to Speak at Ethical Issues in Attorney Advertising Seminar
Apr 30, 2024Steven Menaker will be a guest panelist at the Ethical Issues in Attorney Advertising seminar presented by the Hudson County Bar Association, Foundation and Young Lawyers Division on May 22, 5:00 pm at Rincon De Espana in Bayonne. The esteemed panel will also feature the Honorable Mary K. Costello, P.J.Ch. and will discuss how to ethically promote your practice as an attorney or mediator by following American Bar and New Jersey Supreme Court attorney advertising rules. Participants will earn 2 ethics CLE credits.
Judge Bariso Holds Mock Trial for Bring Your Children to Work Day
Apr 26, 2024Judge Peter F. Bariso (Ret.) held court in a mock trial for the children of CLMC attorneys and employees on Bring Your Child to Work Day. The kids served as prosecutor, defense counsel, and the jury in the case of the missing Rolex watch.
Cheyne R. Scott to Lead Mindfulness, Diversity and Inclusion Seminar
Apr 03, 2024Cheyne R. Scott, Director of the Firm's Diversity and Inclusion Committee, will present a virtual seminar, Cultivating Mindfulness, Diversity and Inclusion, on April 23 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:40 p.m. Cheyne will discuss how to create a diverse and inclusive workplace in which attorneys thrive by balancing mental health with the pressures of legal representation.
Chasan Expands Education Law Team
Mar 26, 2024Chasan Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC has added three attorneys, who collectively have decades of experience, to its education practice group. Attorneys Dennis McKeever, Marcie Mackolin and Jaclyn Morgese have joined the firm and will concentrate their practice on school law generally and as counsel to boards of education.
Nine CLMC Attorneys Selected to 2024 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Mar 25, 2024Nine CLMC attorneys were recognized by Thomson Reuters’ 2024 New Jersey Super Lawyers®, a peer-nominated list of lawyers who have attained a high degree of recognition and professional achievement and who exemplify excellence in the practice of law. This marks the 20th consecutive year attorneys from the Firm have been recognized.
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Nicole R. Cassata Argues Before New Jersey Supreme Court on Behalf of the New Jersey Defense Association
Jan 31, 2024On January 29, 2024, Nicole Cassata argued before the Supreme Court of New Jersey on behalf of the New Jersey Defense Association, Amicus Curiae in the matter of Goyco v. Progressive Insurance Company. The issue presented before the Court was whether the plaintiff, David Goyco, was eligible for Personal Injury Protection benefits as a pedestrian while operating a low speed electric scooter. On behalf of the NJDA, Ms. Cassata argued that it would be against public policy to amend the definition of pedestrian to include operators of low speed electric scooters, motor scooters, e-bikes, etc, as premiums would likely increase for all automobile insureds in the State of New Jersey.
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