Insights & News
New Jersey Legislature Issues Permanent Solution to Changing Public Notice Publication Requirements
In response to the continued decline of local print newspapers and the growing need for reliable digital alternatives, the New Jersey Legislature passed the long-awaited public notice legislation, Senate Bill No. 4654, on June 30, 2025.
U.S. Supreme Court Considers Reverse Discrimination Case
As the 2024-2025 school year comes to an end, school boards will be tasked with assessing and updating their policies and regulations to conform to recent Supreme Court decision like Ames v. Ohio Dept. of Youth Services.
CLM&C Welcomes Summer Law Clerks
We are proud to welcome this impressive group of Summer Law Clerks to the Firm and look forward to a great summer ahead!
Graduation Season Brings More Than Diplomas: New Jersey Supreme Court Decision Clarifies IDEA Eligibility in Sparta v. M.N. Decision
As caps fly and families celebrate graduation milestones across New Jersey, a recent New Jersey Supreme Court decision reminds school districts that not all diplomas carry the same legal weight, especially when it comes to special education rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (“IDEA”).
Maria P. Vallejo to Speak at New Jersey Association for Justice’s Annual Boardwalk Conference
Maria P. Vallejo will be speaking at the New Jersey Association for Justice’s Annual Boardwalk Conference on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4:00pm.
MATERNITY LEAVES, FAMILY LEAVES, AND INSURANCE COVERAGE – OH MY! A Quick Overview of the Interplay of the Law and its Impact on Maternity Leaves in School Districts
In the everchanging legal landscape, school leaders are tasked not only with being experts in the area of educating children but also in the areas of labor and employment.
A Rite of Spring: Non-Renewals and Donaldson Hearings
As the 2024-2025 school year concludes, school administrators are tasked with determining whether or not to renew employment of non-tenured staff members.
Seven CLM&C Attorneys Selected to 2025 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Seven Chasan Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC attorneys were recognized by Thomson Reuters’ 2025 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.
New Jersey Appellate Court Ruling on Transgender Student Policy
A recent New Jersey Appellate Division decision significantly affects school districts’ handling of transgender students.
Disconnect to Reconnect: New Jersey’s Push to Ban Cell Phones in Schools
In his recent State of the State address, Governor Phil Murphy highlighted a significant initiative aimed at enhancing student focus and well-being—proposing a statewide ban on cell phones in K-12 classrooms.
What to do if ICE Comes Knocking at your District’s Door
In the first week of President Trump’s second tenure, an Executive Order was issued that greatly expanded the arrest and subpoena powers of the federal immigration services.
Appellate Division Requires OPRA Disclosure of Email Logs from Board Member Personal Email Accounts
On January 27, 2025, the New Jersey Appellate Division held that email logs from a current or past Board member’s private email account were subject to disclosure under the Open Public Records Act (“OPRA”) when those logs contained emails discussing Board business.