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AI vs no AI
Jul 22, 2024

OPINION: Will AI be the death of DEI? (updated)

Despite current legal challenges to diversity, equity, and inclusion policies and the rise of artificial intelligence, the technology won’t spell the end of these initiatives, writes Brigette Eagan, a partner at Newark’s Genova Burns.

Clockwise from top left: Hosted by NJBIZ Editor Jeffrey Kanige, the May 15, 2024, panel discussion titled FTC’s Noncompete Ban – What Businesses Need to Know featured Julie Levinson Werner, partner and vice chair, employment, Lowenstein Sandler LLP; Patrick McGovern, partner and chair of the Labor and Employment Group, Genova Burns; and Jack Losinger, member, Saiber LLC.
May 20, 2024

Experts analyze FTC’s prohibition against noncompete agreements

As part of NJBIZ’s latest virtual discussion, attorneys from Lowenstein Sandler, Genova Burns and Saiber delve into the controversial vote, who it applies to, what companies should do to prepare and how it is being challenged in the courts.

Located in West Orange, the new PEM Law LLP firm is led by well-known industry leaders Rajiv Parikh, Kathleen Barnett Einhorn and Charles Messina.
Mar 26, 2024

8 partners leave Genova Burns, launch boutique law firm

The latest in a string of exits from the Newark office marks the exit of well-known industry leaders Rajiv Parikh, Kathleen Barnett Einhorn and Charles Messina.

William Heller, formerly senior vice president and general counsel of the New York Giants, has joined Genova Burns as of counsel, effective Jan. 2, 2024.
Jan 5, 2024

Genova Burns adds former NY Giants lawyer to roster

As general counsel for Big Blue, William Heller supervised all legal affairs, overseeing matters pertaining to the football team and its affiliates, as well as assisted MetLife Stadium.

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka takes part in a Fireside Chat led by Genova Burns Executive Chairman Angelo Genova at The Newark Summit, held Dec. 4, 2023, at Ironside Newark. - JESSICA PERRY
Dec 8, 2023

At Newark real estate summit, Baraka puts people first

“We have to have corridors where people are walking up and down the street," Mayor Ras Baraka said at the inaugural The Newark Summit, putting emphasis on bringing residents to the Brick City, "we just can’t rely on the 9-to-5 crowd."

Formerly the head of Education Law Center in Newark, David Sciarra has joined Genova Burns LLC as of counsel.
Oct 30, 2023

Genova Burns adds former Education Law Center leader Sciarra

During his more than 25 years with the nonprofit, David Sciarra gained a reputation as an expert on public school funding, education law and policy.

Former New Jersey Superior Court Judge Mark Fleming has joined Genova Burns LLC as of counsel.
Jan 11, 2023

Former NJ Superior Court Judge Fleming joins Genova Burns

Mark Fleming – who also served as deputy counsel to former New Jersey Govs. Jim McGreevey and Richard Codey – brings more than 40 years of litigation, government and judicial experience to the Newark firm.

Daniel Stolz, chair of Genova Burns’ Bankruptcy, Reorganization & Creditors’ Rights practice
Jan 3, 2023

Genova Burns tapped for BlockFi bankruptcy case

The Newark law firm will provide local counsel for the proceedings, working with the national bankruptcy and cryptocurrency groups at Brown Rudnick LLP.

NJBIZ April 26, 2022, town hall panel
May 2, 2022

Experts share how to navigate economic turmoil

The panelists at NJBIZ's recent town hall discussion were Luis De La Hoz of Valley Bank; Daniel Stolz, Genova Burns; Brian Lowe, BML Public Relations & Digital; and Richard Jania, CBIZ Marks Paneth.

Attorney, lawyer or law professional's desk with law books, scales of justice and a globe.
Feb 2, 2022

Genova Burns names new managing partner, shifts leadership structure

The moves reflect a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the firm said in a Feb. 1 announcement, and set the stage for a transition to the next generation of management.