Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer Business Practice Area News

49 Wilentz Attorneys Included on NJ Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars Lists 2012

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00

Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. is pleased to announce that 37 of its attorneys have been selected for inclusion on the 2012 New Jersey Super Lawyers® list and 12 of its attorneys were selected for inclusion on the 2012 Rising Stars list.

Wilentz Names New Shareholders And Counsel

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00

Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer P.A., one of New Jersey’s major law firms, is pleased to announce that four lawyers have been named shareholders and three lawyers have been named counsel.

Wilentz Attorney John Hogan Installed as Chairman

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00

We are pleased to announce that John Hogan, a shareholder with the firm, was installed on December 7th as Chairman of the Woodbridge Metro Chamber of Commerce, at the Chamber’s holiday luncheon. He will be serving the Chamber for a two year term.

Wilentz Firm Named By Best Lawyers And US News & World Report On “Best Law Firms” 2011-2012 List

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00

The law firm of Wilentz, Goldman and Spitzer, P.A. is proud to announce it has been ranked nationally and locally through a joint effort of U.S. News Media Group and Best Lawyers’ and has been named on their 2011-2012 ‘Best Law Firms’ list. For the second year in a row, the firm has received national first-tier ranking for its Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Plaintiffs practice. The firm also has the most first-tier rankings in Woodbridge, with metropolitan first-tier rankings in 16 practice areas.

Wilentz Firm Supports Dreamers

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:00

Woodbridge, NJ –Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer is pleased to announce that Brett Harris and Gordon Golum, both shareholders of the firm, have received the Founder’s Award from the “I Have a Dream” Foundation® - Plainfield Project.

Four Wilentz Attorneys Named Best Lawyers' 2012 "Lawyers Of The Year"

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00

We are pleased to announce that Frederic Becker, David Gordon, Richard Lert and Michael Schaff, all shareholders of the firm, have been selected as “Lawyers of the Year” for 2012 by Best Lawyers, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession.

Stuart Hoberman Appointed Vice Chair to the Legal Committee of the New Jersey Bankers Association

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:00:00

Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer congratulates Stuart Hoberman, chair of the firm’s Banking & Financial Services Team, on his appointment as Vice Chair to the Legal Committee of the New Jersey Bankers Association.

Thirty-four Wilentz Attorneys Selected for Inclusion in the 2012 Edition of The Best Lawyers In America®

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00

Thirty-four attorneys at Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., one of New Jersey’s major law firms, were selected for inclusion in the 2012 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®-a preeminent guide to lawyers in the United States published by Woodward/White, Inc.

Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer Mourns the Loss of its Partner Morris Brown

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:00

We are deeply saddened to announce that Morris Brown, a shareholder with Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, passed away on August 10, 2011 in Columbia Presbyterian Hospital. A renowned personal injury lawyer for 55 years, Mr. Brown joined the Wilentz firm in 1956 and became a partner in 1968.

Wilentz Sponsors 53rd Blood Drive

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00

On Tuesday, July 19th, Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer sponsored their 53rd blood drive. A staunch supporter of community activities, Wilentz held its first blood drive on December 10, 1982, and has since sponsored a semi-annual drive each year.

Wilentz Named in Chambers

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00

Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. announced that Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business (2011) has selected five firm attorneys and three practice areas for inclusion.

Wilentz Shareholder, Eric Marcy, Reappointed as Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital Chairman of the Board of Trustees

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:00

Woodbridge, NJ – Eric John Marcy, a shareholder with the Woodbridge-based law firm of Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., has been re-elected as Chairman of the Board of Trustees for Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital for the 2011-2012 term. Marcy previously served as Vice Chair 2004-2005 and Chair 2005-2010.

47 Attorneys from Wilentz included on New Jersey Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars Lists 2011

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00

Woodbridge, NJ – Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. is pleased to announce that 34 of its attorneys have been selected for inclusion on the 2011 New Jersey Super Lawyers® list and 13 of its attorneys were selected for inclusion on the 2011 Rising Stars list.

Anne Babineau appointed to the Board of Trustees of NJIT

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00

Anne Babineau has been appointed by Governor Christie to the Board of Trustees of the New Jersey Institute of Technology.

Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer Sponsors Blood Drive

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00

On Wednesday, March 9th, the Woodbridge-based law firm of Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer sponsored their 52nd blood drive.

Daniel S. Bernheim

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00

Daniel S. Bernheim of Wilentz Goldman & Spitzer was elected to serve as Commissioner for Lower Merion Township, Ward 1.

Wilentz Names New Shareholders and Counsel

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:00:00

Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer P.A., one of New Jersey’s major law firms, is pleased to announce that two lawyers have been named shareholders and four lawyers have been named counsel.

2011 Annual Redevelopment Law Institute

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00

New Jersey Institute of Continuing Legal Education
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick, NJ January 28, 2011

Seton Hall Law School

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00

Michael Schaff appointed to the Advisory Board of Seton Hall Law School's Center for Health & Pharmaceutical Law & Policy

The Center for Health & Pharmaceutical Law & Policy exists primarily to educate lawyers and health care industry professionals regarding the extraordinarily complex set of laws that govern patients, health care providers, manufacturers and suppliers.

Merchants Sue N.J.

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00

Merchants Sue N.J. Over Funds From Unused Gift Cards, Travelers' Checks

New Jersey's attempt to grab an extra $79.5 million per year by expanding its authority to seize funds from unused gift cards and travelers' checks is running into legal trouble.

Three suits in federal court in Trenton, N.J., contend that a recent revision to the Uniform Unclaimed Property Act is pre-empted by federal law and violates the Constitution's taking, commerce, contract and due process clauses.

Another victory for condo purchasers

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00

Condo buyers win another big court battle

crainsnewyork.com - Article by Amanda Fung: New ruling would extend to three years the time buyers have to back out of condo purchases under a federal law; case involves 20 Pine St. condominiums in the Financial District.

Plantiff's represented by Wilentz, Goldman and Spitzer's, Lawrence Weiner, Esq.

Anne S. Babineau Honored As Real Estate Forum's "2010 Woman Of Influence"

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00

Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. is pleased to announce that Anne S. Babineau was named one of Real Estate Forum magazine’s “2010 Women of Influence.”

Brain Injury Info

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00

MOAA Magazine (July 2010) Brain Injury Info

Traumatic brain injury has gained media attention because of its prevalence among those wounded by explosive devices in Afghanistan and Iraq.

http://content.yudu.com/A1od92/MOAA0810/resources/48.htm

By. Rear Adm. Joyce Johnson, D.O., UPHS-Ret., D.O., M.A.

Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer Sponsors 50th Blood Drive

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00

On Friday, March 19th, the Woodbridge-based law firm of Wilentz, Golman & Spitzer will sponsor their 50th blood drive.

Warren Wilentz, Chairman of the Board

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00

It is with deep sadness that we mourn our Chairman of the Board, colleague and friend, Warren Wilentz. In a distinguished legal career of more than five decades, Mr. Wilentz practiced law with the firm which his father founded 90 years ago. He described his law practice as representing people from all walks of life, and corporations, both large and small. Mr. Wilentz guided the firm's growth for many years and he will be deeply missed.

New Jersey Future 2011

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00

On Friday, March 4, 2011, New Jersey Future, the statewide research and policy group that advocates redevelopment as a smarter way to grow — held a day of exploration work shops on how to achieve innovative, high-quality, community-minded redevelopment projects in today’s challenging economic and environmental climate.

Northern New Jersey District Council of the Urban Land Institute announces the winners of its 2009 Land Use Awards

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00

The Northern New Jersey District Council of the Urban Land Institute (ULI) proudly announces the winners of its 2009 Land Use Awards.

“The award winners exemplify ULI's mission to provide leadership in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining thriving communities. Each of the award winners has taken steps beyond industry norms to advance goals of smart and sustainable development. The winners show a commitment to successful development in New Jersey that is also mindful of societal goals” says Lawrence Jacobs, Esq., Chair of the ULI-Northern New Jersey District Council.

Lawrence Weiner Selected for New Jersey Law Journal "40 Under 40" Award

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00

Wilentz Welcomes New Shareholders to Employment Law Team

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00

Woodbridge, NJ – Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer announced that employment attorneys Dominick Bratti and Beth Hinsdale-Piller have joined the firm as partners. Both attorneys bring their vast experience and distinguished backgrounds to the firm’s employment law team. With the addition of Bratti and Hinsdale-Piller, Wilentz adds a combined total of 40 years of experience in management-side labor and employment law to its already extensive employment practice headed by Maureen Binetti.

Thirty-one Wilentz Partners Listed in 2010 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00

Woodbridge, NJ – We are pleased to announce that 31 of the 67 shareholders at our firm, were recognized in the 2010 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, a preeminent guide to lawyers in the United States published by Woodward/White, Inc.

David Gordon Selected for the International Who's Who of Real Estate Lawyers 2009

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:00:00

David Gordon is one of only two lawyers from New Jersey selected for The International Who’s Who of Real Estate Lawyers 2009. Compiled by Who's Who Legal, the publication is a list of leading lawyers in their designated fields of practice.

Wilentz Lawyers Named in Chambers USA, Leading Firms and Lawyers Listing

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 00:00:00

Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. announced that Chambers and Partners USA 2009, a yearly publication which uses extensive research to identify leading firms and lawyers, listed three of the firm’s lawyers as well as their practice areas. Attorneys selected by the publication for 2009 include Stephen E. Barcan (Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use), Michael F. Schaff (Healthcare; Corporate/M&A and David S. Gordon (Real Estate). The practice areas listed were the Real Estate Team and Corporate/M&A Team.