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Becoming a Culturally Competent Lawyer in a Global Society

Law Center, New Brunswick NJ

Learn in a safe environment-from seasoned legal professionals-how to successfully navigate our global society, including an overview of how implicit bias works, and get practical solutions to ensure your practice will thrive, and that you can respond professionally, respectfully and ethically to the needs of your clients and fellow attorneys to become a more effective advocate and colleague.

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NJWLA’S Annual Holiday Party

6-8 p.m.

for its members,

generously hosted and sponsored by  

Please join your fellow NJWLA Members for our annual holiday gathering.  

Join us to catch up, enjoy a meal and each other’s company 

as we wind down 2018.

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for this complimentary Members Only event

Please consider supporting our charitable partner, NJCASA

The New Jersey Coalition Against Sexual Assault (NJCASA) represents the state’s recognized 21 county-based sexual …

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Speed Mentoring & Networking Cocktail Reception

Presented by NJWLA’s Women’s Leadership Committee 

at the Stage House Tavern in Mountainside

Modeled after speed dating, speed mentoring focuses on quick-hit information and time-efficient networking to help you find a mentor, mentee, or ally for all stages of your career.  Through this informal process of speed mentoring, our goal is to help you find a rewarding professional relationship.  Judges, law clerks, law students, law firm partners, law firm associates, and …

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Networking Breakfast for Solo & Small Firm Practitioners

Hosted by NJWLA’S Solo/Small Firm Committee 

at the Beinhaker Law Firm in Millburn

Meet the other Solo and Small Firm Members of NJWLA, network and share your ideas for upcoming programs.  

Generously Sponsored by:

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Breakfast will be provided…

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Another Successful Tales From the Bench Luncheon

NJWLA’s Judicial Outreach Committee held its eighth Tales From the Bench luncheon on October 25th with the Honorable Patricia Costello.  The luncheon was generously hosted by Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi with approximately 25 guests enjoying the opportunity to have an open, candid and entertaining conversation with the retired Essex County Assignment Judge and prior NJWLA WILL Platinum Award recipient.  NJWLA expresses its gratitude to Judge Costello for her time and …

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Senior Trusts & Estates Attorney  (Full Time)

Location: Uniondale, NY 

Rivkin Radler LLP is seeking a versatile senior level attorney with estate planning and estate administration experience.  Primary responsibilities include drafting wills, trusts and other estate-planning documents.  EOE

Requirements:

Candidate must demonstrate an ability to analyze issues Possess strong research and writing skills Manage a large caseload Experience managing junior associates a plus  A background in accounting or tax law and/or elder law a plus License to…
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Landlord/Tenant/Real Estate Litigation Attorney  (Full Time)

Landlord/Tenant/Real Estate Litigation Attorney  (Full Time) Location: Uniondale, NY 

Rivkin Radler LLP is seeking an attorney with 3-5 years of Landlord/Tenant/Real Estate Litigation experience to join our Uniondale, Long Island office. EOE

Requirements: 

Experience handling NYC based Landlord/Tenant court appearances and preparing predicate notices a must Landlord/Tenant trial experience a plus NYC based real estate experience preferred (residential and commercial) Commercial/construction litigation experience a plus

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Insurance Defense Attorney (Full Time)

Location: Albany, NY

Rivkin Radler LLP is seeking an Insurance Defense associate with at least 5 years of experience in general defense litigation in areas such as employment, wage and hour, general liability and professional liability among others to join their Albany and/or their Poughkeepsie, NY offices. EOE

Requirements:

Demonstrate and have experience in analyzing case issues, communicating regularly with claims professionals, understanding of claims reporting requirements/document communication and assist…
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Professional Liability Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser’s Florham Park office is currently seeking a Professional Liability Associate Attorney. 

This is a dynamic position for attorneys with professional liability experience who are interested in expanding their skillset and learning about employment and labor litigation.

The Firm Wilson Elser is a full-service and leading defense litigation law firm who faithfully serves their clients with nearly 800 attorneys across 36 offices in the United States and one in …

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NJWLA Board Members were proud to support THREE of its own board members as they were recognized by The New Jersey Commission on Professionalism in the Law. Each of the women received Professional Lawyer of the Year awards at the Professionalism Luncheon on October 11th. Linda Harvey, NJWLA’s President Elect was given the award on behalf of NJWLA; Sharmila Jaipersaud, NJWLA’s Co Chief Diversity Officer was granted the award on behalf of SABA; and Carmen M. Garcia, NJWLA’s Endorsements Co-Director was presented the award on behalf of HBA. Congratulations to our NJWLA Sisters!

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Intellectual Property Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser’s New York Midtown office currently seeks an Intellectual Property Associate Attorney. 

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney to join a fast-paced and dynamic intellectual property team focused on IP law, litigation, cyber/media liability, and other related areas to take the next step in their career by becoming part of a national law firm with a wide range of resources and opportunities.

The Firm Wilson Elser is …

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Senior Commercial Real Estate Attorney

Sills Cummis & Gross P.C., a full-service corporate law firm, with offices in New Jersey and New York, has the capabilities of a New York full-service law firm. As one of the largest law firms in New Jersey, Sills Cummis & Gross has established a national reputation in its handling of precedent setting issues. At Sills Cummis & Gross, our goal is make sure you are exposed to high-profile cases …

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Commercial Real Estate Attorney

Sills Cummis & Gross P.C., a full-service corporate law firm, with offices in New Jersey and New York, has the capabilities of a New York full-service law firm. As one of the largest law firms in New Jersey, Sills Cummis & Gross has established a national reputation in its handling of precedent setting issues. At Sills Cummis & Gross, our goal is make sure you are exposed to high-profile cases …

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Litigation Associate Job Description

Sills Cummis & Gross P.C., a full-service corporate law firm, with offices in New Jersey and New York, has the capabilities of a New York full-service law firm. As one of the largest law firms in New Jersey, Sills Cummis & Gross has established a national reputation in its handling of precedent setting issues. At Sills Cummis & Gross, our goal is make sure you are exposed to high-profile cases …

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Thank you – 10022018

Thanks to all who joined us for our Kick-off Cocktail Reception at Galloping Hill, a great opportunity to connect, reconnect and enjoy a casual evening.

Thank you again to Merrill Lynch for their generous sponsorship of the evening.

We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events.

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  • Engage in statewide efforts to support and promote our members.
  • Endorse qualified female attorneys for appointments to the state and federal judiciary.
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