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Feb 13 2019

Ten Leaders Profile: Angela M. Scafuri 02.13.2019Ten Leaders
In this Ten Leaders profile, Wilentz shareholder and family lawyer Angela Scafuri discusses her matrimonial practice in New Jersey.

Jan 25 2019

Lawrence F. Jacobs Sworn in as Mayor of Bedminster Township 01.25.2019On January 4, 2019, Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. shareholder Larry F. Jacobs was sworn in for his first term as Mayor of Bedminster Township in New Jersey.

Jan 23 2019

Wilentz Attorneys Enter Appearance In Class Action Lawsuit Alleging Subaru Outback Infotainment System Problems 01.23.2019Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. shareholders Kevin P. Roddy and Daniel Lapinski have entered appearances and will work along with co-counsel, Chimicles & Tikellis, representing a proposed class of owners and lessees of 2018 Subaru Outback and other Subaru model vehicles in a class action lawsuit in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey.

Jan 22 2019

New Jersey Supreme Court Appoints Viola S. Lordi to Committee on Unauthorized Practice of Law 01.22.2019On November 7, 2018, the New Jersey Supreme Court appointed Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. shareholder and administrative law attorney Viola S. Lordi to serve as a member of its Committee on the Unauthorized Practice of Law. Her three-year term commenced on January 1, 2019.

Jan 18 2019

Angela M. Scafuri Installed as Second Vice President of the Morris County Bar Association 01.18.2019Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. shareholder and family lawyer Angela M. Scafuri was installed as the Second Vice President of the Morris County Bar Association’s Executive Board.

Jan 10 2019

John A. Hoffman Appointed as Commissioner to New Jersey State Commission of Investigation 01.10.2019On January 9, Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. Chairman John A. Hoffman was sworn in as Commissioner to the New Jersey State Commission of Investigation (SCI), an independent governmental agency established in 1968 to investigate organized crime, government waste and corruption.

Jan 02 2019

Amanda M. Curley Joins Wilentz as an Associate on the Land Use Team 01.02.2019Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. is pleased to announce that Amanda M. Curley has joined the firm as an associate on its Land Use team. Ms. Curley's practice focuses on all aspects of land use and redevelopment, including site plans, subdivisions, variances, and permits. She also is well versed in New Jersey’s eminent domain law having worked on condemnation projects throughout the state.

Dec 20 2018

New York’s Opioid-Fee Law Blocked by Judge as Unconstitutional 12.20.2018Bloomberg BNA
In an interview with Bloomberg BNA, Wilentz shareholders Michael Schaff and Grace Mack comment on the recent ruling to block the Opioid Stewardship Act, which established a $600 million fund that requires pharmaceutical manufacturers and wholesale distributors that are licensed to sell or distribute opioid products in New York state to fund the law through annual assessments based on sales.

Nov 14 2018

Understanding the Business of Medical Marijuana 11.14.2018Medical Economics
In this Medical Economics column concerning treatment of patients under State and Federal medical marijuana programs, Wilentz Shareholders and Cannabis Law Team Co-Chairs Angelo Cifaldi and Michael Schaff discuss ways in which physicians may earn income from medical marijuana and remain compliant with their state's laws.

Nov 12 2018

BAR REPORT - The New Jersey Supreme Court Virtual Museum: An Interactive, Educational Experience That’s Free and Always Available 11.12.2018New Jersey Law Journal
In this New Jersey Law Journal article announcing the launch of the New Jersey Supreme Court Virtual Museum, the New Jersey Supreme Court Historical Advisory Board members discuss the new website's mission to preserve the history of the state’s highest court through interactive online exhibits.