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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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 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.
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.
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.
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.















