Savor culinary excellence at Morris County's premier dining destination, Park Avenue Club. Enjoy a range of dining options, from sophisticated wine pairings to familyfriendly brunches, all set in an elegant, rustic ambiance. With exclusive access to over 150 global reciprocal dining and golf clubs, your membership extends beyond exceptional dining. It also supports a unique social mission through the Park Avenue Foundation, benefiting several social and cultural organizations.
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If things are making you persistently tense and worried, it’s not just in your mind—your body’s getting in on the act too. Here are some ways to chill.
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A dip in a new backyard pool in Chester is all the more refreshing given the elements that went into creating it.
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At first expected to do only the facade of a new-construction home, an outdoor design firm ends up taking on a much bigger assignment.
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When a fire-razed Tudor home in Millburn was renovated from the ground up, it was a chance to marry tradition with innovation.
Morris/Essex Buzz 12
Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in the counties.
Friends & Neighbors 14
When most of us want to East Orange artist Tom Nussbaum keeps doing his “work.” Can it really be work if he loves it that much?
Style Watch 15
Eyelets are a
Escapes 40
Travel is a fine teacher, with destinations near and far. Here are five ways it can smarten you up.
Bar Tab 42
Rich with flavor, the green goddess is a summertime cocktail that‘ll keep your guests relaxed and refreshed.
Restaurant Review 59
Rockaway’s Hanami offers a fun food experience for sushi-loving friends, and that’s what counts.
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Morris and Essex residents always show up to support their neighbors—especially when help is needed most.
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local mom captures her daughter in a joyful moment she frolicks along a trail at South Mountain Reservation West Orange. 59
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Are you tired of your home’s outdated and lackluster appearance? Do you cringe at the thought of its worn-out siding, dated colors, and drafty windows?
You’re not alone. Many Morris and Essex County homeowners find themselves frustrated with the dull façade of their aging properties and wish they knew how to get started on a modern and stylish upgrade. Right now, let’s co-imagine how refreshing your siding, windows, and doors could impact how you feel about your home.
A House Isn’t Just a House It’s something much deeper. Your home’s exterior reflects your personality. Its character and charm should give you a sense of pride when sipping a glass of wine on your front porch or hosting a birthday celebration or barbeque on your back deck. It should be a canvas for the memories you create and the moments you cherish with loved ones. That’s why it is essential to invest in a design that resonates with your tastes and enhances your everyday experiences.
A siding makeover isn’t only a cosmetic upgrade; it’s a wise financial decision. While other home interior improvements might seem tempting, a siding replacement consistently offers substantial returns. According to Remodeling Magazine’s “Cost vs. Value” Report, siding replacement is among the most cost-
effective renovations. In the mid-Atlantic region, homeowners typically see a significant increase in property value—up to $18,366 for siding replacements. Our customers in New Jersey often experience even higher appraised values, ranging from $20,000 to $30,000, thanks to our meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail.
As an example, if you delay a kitchen remodel for a year, you will likely pay a slightly higher price based on the cost of materials and labor. Worn siding, however, can create hazards that go far beyond aesthetics. We’ve seen this time and time again. If you delay a siding replacement for a year, and you have an unidentified leak, you could end up with extensive damage due to mold, rot, and pests, resulting in higher repair or replacement costs and risks to your family’s health and well-being.
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Why does a person choose to live in either of our counties? The answer doesn’t vary much with the calendar or what the skies are doing.
But surely June and July close the deal. They show us our towns in all their glory as they beckon us to spend much of our lives outdoors—in bustling downtown areas, in lush parks, on pristine waterways. And if our numbers swell with visitors during this season, who can blame them? They help support the rich cultural, recreational and culinary resources that make life here special.
Outdoor pleasures, of course, aren’t confined to these public places—you can enjoy them in your own backyard. But is that yard all that it could be? This season may get you thinking about the yardscape of your dreams, and it may be more practicable than you realize. Spark your imagination on page 24. You’ll read there of Chester homeowners who dreamed of a yard that would entertain both their school-aged children and their adult friends. They imagined a swimming pool as well as a place to sit and entertain. Happily, the designer knew just how to achieve that distinctive look.
Flip to page 28 to read about another homeowner-designer team that worked together to create stunning layouts for the front and backyard. Summer’s the time for outdoor entertaining, and the spectacular stonework of the driveway and rear patio provides a warm welcome for all visitors.
Our June–July issue isn’t only about the outdoors. Father’s Day is June 16, and on page 12 we offer ways to make Dad’s official 24 hours memorable. Then there’s Independence Day on July 4—page 12 presents ideas for where to go, depending on how big—and how loud—you’d like your holiday observance to be.
On page 14, meet a 70-year-old artist who enjoys creating art inside a studio, but considers outdoor mural projects “the gift that keeps on giving.” This issue also includes a Health report on stress (page 22) and an Escapes piece (page 40) on travel experiences that will keep the family learning during summer’s school vacation. (After all, another great thing about our counties is the wealth of other great destinations they’re near.)
Why do you choose to live here? Because you’ve got the good sense to believe in your dreams, that’s why. Here’s hoping your June and July bring you even more delights than you’ve dreamed of, outdoors and in. Let this issue of MORRIS & ESSEX be your guide. Enjoy!
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Planning a Fabulous Fourth? There’s no one “right” way to spend it. Yes, fireworks, barbecues and music are popular ingredients, but the options here in Morris and Essex counties are legion. A few:
• Celebrate big. You won’t find a festival on the Fourth bigger than Livingston’s. The township’s annual July 4 celebration spans 12+ hours, from 9 a.m. to 9:45 p.m., and is packed with live music, food vendors, games, a beer-and-wine café and more. The day is capped with a concert at the Memorial Oval, followed by a fireworks display.
He may stoically wave away any thanks or attempts at praise, but don’t let that fool you—Dad will appreciate being recognized, and when better than on Father’s Day, June 16?
Some ideas:
• Make him a high flier. If your dad is gadget-inclined and always wanted to get into drone flight, the DJI Mini 4 Pro is a great way to start. It’s light, small and designed to be easy for a beginner to pick up and fly.
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• Boost his swing. Nothing improves a golf game like a launch monitor. Rapsodo’s MLM2PRO, portable and powerful, delivers all recorded stats directly to a smartphone—anything from the “carry axis” to the ball’s spin rate. Available at rapsodo.com
• Give him great shades. Guard Dad’s eyes and vision with New Wayfarer Sunglasses from Ray-Ban, which protect against harmful UV rays while also looking sharp and stylish.
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• Serve him suds. Montclair Brewery is a frequent Morris & Essex Readers’ Choice winner for a reason. Grab some extraordinary beer for Dad to enjoy whenever he wants. We recommend the Kitchen Sink IPA, which is well-balanced and robust.
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• Celebrate small. Looking for a little less bustle? Take your lawn chairs and a picnic basket to one of our counties’ beautiful parks, such as Lewis Morris Park in Morristown. Make your own fun outside with your family away from crowded festivals and concerts. Pro tip: Hang around Eagle Rock Reservation in West Orange after nightfall for a great view of the Macy’s Fireworks in New York City.
• Celebrate loud. Fireworks are loud enough, but for those who want to crank up the volume even more, Parsippany Hills High School hosts a Big Rock Show Concert leading up to its fireworks show. Rock out to your favorite hits from decades past with a cover band that’s sure to blow you away.
• Celebrate quiet. For an option that’s easier on the eardrums, head to the Branch Brook Park Roller Skating Center in Newark for a July 4 open skate from noon to 4 p.m. Grab a group of friends and spend Independence Day on wheels—and enjoy the center’s food and drink options.
Dog: Vito, a Labrador retriever and golden retriever mix
Owner: Monica Hruzd, Convent Station
It was love at first sight. In April 2020, just months after her previous pup had passed, Hruzd saw a photo of Vito on Furever Home Dog Rescue’s website and knew she had to open her heart and home again. The 95-pound mutt had found his “furever home.”
Today, Vito’s favorite things are running and playing in the dog park. Hruzd often takes the pooch to Central Park of Morris County Dog Park in Morris Plains for exercise and sunshine. But as much as Vito loves to run, he’s also a big cuddler—snuggling on the couch and watching TV with his owner are some favorite pastimes. Vito’s other preferences? “Doggy ice cream” from Ben & Jerry’s or Frosty Paws, Hruzd says, as well as plush toys intended for dogs a quarter of his size. At the moment, he favors a tiny stuffed chipmunk. Want to see your pet featured in an upcoming issue? Send a picture and some brief details to Editor Rita Guarna at rita.guarna@wainscotmedia.com.
Hungry to try something new? With an ever-expanding restaurant scene in our counties, you’ll never run out of choices. Check out these newly opened eateries:
—Taste the islands Bacchanal Junction in Bloomfield offers a large, innovative menu featuring Caribbean cuisine and sips. Try red chili wings or salmon bites to start, then jerk chicken or stew oxtails for your main. There’s also a Sunday brunch menu that mixes favorites like pancakes and chicken and waffles with a “Provision Bowl,” which consists of salt fish, dumplings, carrots, cassava and sweet potato.
• Bacchanal Junction, 558 Arlington Ave., Bloomfield, 973.337.8671; bacchanalnj.com
—Catch the Vibe
You may recognize chef Marcus Samuelsson from his appearances on Food Network shows Chopped Now he brings his talents to Newark with the opening of Vibe BBQ. The menu includes staples such as pulled pork and smoked chicken wings, but there are creative dishes like hot cauliflower bites too as well as full beer, wine and cocktail menu.
• Vibe BBQ, 56 Halsey St., Newark, 973.645.0007; vibebbqbymarcus.com
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Don’t let the first word of its name fool you—Dismal Harmony Distilling is anything but dreary. Founded the intention of making cocktails feel like magic, this distillery-and-bar presents spirits with names like “Monk American” (an herbal liqueur) and sips such as “Holden My Drink” (which includes gin, grapefruit rosemary). And it’s all presented old-school class.
• Dismal Harmony Distilling, 77 St., Morristown, 973.200.2242; dismalharmony.com
nations around the globe. But as brilliant as some foreign movies are, it’s often hard these days to get a chance to see them with a theater audience. South Orange Performing Arts Center attacks that problem with the first season of its film series “Independent World Cinema at SOPAC.” This program brings award-winning, independent international films to the Cinema Lab movie theater. For instance, on June 23 check out the 2022 French-Moroccan film The Blue Caftan, which won a Lumières Award (the French equivalent to a Golden Globe). Keep an eye out; more dates and titles are set to be added.
• South Orange Performing Arts Center, 1 SOPAC Way, South Orange, 973.313.2787; sopacnow.org If you’re an internationally minded cinephile but the in-theater experience isn’t your priority, check out the Foreign Film Lovers Club at the Morristown & Morris Township Library. The club holds monthly online meetups on Zoom, generally on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 7 p.m., each to discuss a different contemporary film. Films are available prior to the meetings free on the streaming platform Kanopy; they’re from directors and studios in Europe,
John Jacob of West Orange, head football coach at East Orange Campus High School, one of five members of the 2024 Essex County Football Coaches Hall of Fame induction class. Since 2015, his guidance and leadership have led three different high schools to championships, record-breaking seasons and individual bests from his athletes. The induction ceremony will take place during the annual Paul Robeson High School All-Star Football Classic on Tuesday, June 11, at Belleville High School.
Marcus Bleecker, whose directorial film debut Mississippi Scholar was screened at The Claridge Theater in Montclair April 7. After years of working in TV and film, the West Orange resident teamed up with Jersey City-based writer P.J. Leonard to bring to the screen the story of an underparivileged intellectual overcoming hardship to achieve his dreams.
…Morristown eighth grader Kavim Shah, who received the prestigious 2024 Unsung Hero Award from the Morris County School Boards Association. The award honors Shah’s character, dedication to his peers and ability to inspire through acts of quiet strength and resilience. Shah is also a part of the National Honor Society, the National Junior Honor Society, the Yearbook Club and Unity Charter School’s stage crew.
1999, the anniversary of the Stonewall riots has marked celebration of the LGBTQ community worldwide—that’s June became Pride Month. If you’re seeking ways to your support or celebrate your own pride, you can get involved with the Essex County branch of Reaching AdolesNeed (RAIN) Foundation, which provides support housing to LGBTQ teenagers; or Edge NJ, based in Parsippany, which works to support those living with HIV AIDS. More ways to celebrate Pride in Morris and Essex counties? Check out:
June 9: The North Jersey Pride Festival in Maplewood is one of the largest family-friendly LGBTQ Pride celebrations in the tri-state area. It’s free and includes a live stage show, vendors and a kids’ zone. Learn more at northjerseypride.org.
June 10: Stop by the Livingston Library for a Pride Month Workshop, which will include mug decoration (11 a.m.) and librarian-led discussions. Call 973.992.4600.
June 10-24: Join the Montclair Library for a series of Pride Month Matinees on
Mondays, which will screen important LGBTQ films such as Philadelphia See montclair library.org for details.
June 22: Morris County Pride Festival, hosted by Edge NJ, includes vendors and drag performances. Proceeds go toward supporting the LGBTQ community in Morris. Call 973.285.0006.
June 29: In South Orange, Congregation Beth El will hold a special Pride Shabbat. The evening will include themed talks and discussion and special desserts. See bethelnj. org for more information.
When most of us want to kick back and relax, East Orange artist Tom Nussbaum keeps doing his “work.” Can it really be work if he loves it that much?
Next year, an exhibit at the Montclair Art Museum will showcase the creations of Tom Nussbaum, now 70, of East Orange. But if you can’t wait for 2025, Nussbaum’s “public art” already graces train stations, animal shelters, abandoned buildings and the like. Words from an artist like Nussbaum are no substitute for his art, but MORRIS & ESSEX asked him for a few anyway.
When did you realize you wanted to make art a career?
I’ve been an artist my whole life. I don’t think there was a pivotal moment. I grew up in Minneapolis, and I moved to New York City when I was 25 to be in the art world, wanting to be a professional artist. What is the most meaningful art piece you’ve made? Oh boy, that’s like asking who’s your favorite kid. But I have recently very much enjoyed projects that include the community. The East Orange mural I did at the animal shelter was very gratifying. These big mural projects are like the gift that keeps on giving. Your favorite exhibitions?
Artist Tom Nussbaum enjoys creating art in studio, but mural projects are “the gift that keeps on giving,” he says.
one thing but look like something else.
Do you remember your first commission?
The first public art projects that I did were at the Metro North rail line in Scarsdale, N.Y. They’re still there, but were created in 1992.
What is the process when you are commissioned for a community piece?
I’ve had lots of shows all around the country, but the excitement now is for the Montclair Art Museum. It’s planning a retrospective of my work, including things I’ve made my entire life, in September 2025. I feel very fortunate. The museum has a couple of my pieces in its collection already; I had a small show there about 20 years ago. I lived in Montclair for a long time, so people who run the museum have been aware of my career. The curator who runs it saw a show I did in Brooklyn, and she reached out.
How did the “Boogie Woogie” and “Lantern House” pieces come about?
Those are two very different examples of how public
art gets made. In the case of the “Boogie Woogie” mural, a woman named Linda Street in East Orange had seen my artwork and thought it would be a good idea to place it there. The “Lantern House” is part of the NJ Transit public art program. It was fully funded by them, and they include a lot of public art when they’re upgrading the stations or creating new ones. They take a percentage of their budget and allocate it to art. There are also private entities that commission artists; for example, a hospital, if it wants art on its walls.
What was the inspiration for “Lantern House?”
A historic house needed to be torn down for the station to be built. I wanted to make a piece that was representational of the house. I liked the idea of a railroad lantern that lights up at night. That’s how I thought of something that lit up from the inside. I cut patterns on the inside of house walls, and the patterns are interpretations of train maps and train wheels. When you’re working with abstraction, the inspiration can start with
You’re given complete freedom and usually a budget and a site, both of which are important. The work is very much designed for the specific part it is in. For murals it’s a little easier because it’s basically just an enormous painting. Often it is a competition—if a place wants public art, they’ll invite three artists to give them a proposal and choose one. For that, I have to create a model and a detailed budget.
Do you foresee more community pieces?
I do. I was one of the organizers of the East Orange Black Lives Matter community mural—just an organizer, not one of the artists painting the mural. We organized this mural as part of a community project for other artists in the community. I hope I get more opportunities for public artwork. What do you do on your time off?
It’s a funny question, because I work all the time. I see my role in the world as a person who makes art. One answer is I don’t take time off, but that’s not quite true, because I do go to museums, I look at art, I spend time with my friends and nature. I have a small collection of American folk art, and sometimes I go out looking for things to add to my collection. Most of the time I am doing my work. I do it because I enjoy it.
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An increase in sedentary time in childhood is associated with a significant increase in blood insulin concentration, a new study shows. However, activity could reduce
Spending too much time online plus not sleeping or exercising enough are linked to an increased risk of school absence due to illness among teens—ages 14 to 16— according to research. And teen girls appear to be more vulnerable to excessive internet use.
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Swapping red meat for “forage fish,” such as herring, sardines and anchovies, could save up to 750,000 lives a year in 2050 and significantly reduce the prevalence of diet-related disease, suggests a data analysis.
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A study that followed people with colorectal cancer showed that moderate use of multivitamins was associated with a lower risk of both colorectal cancer (45 percent lower) and all-cause mortality (20 percent lower) over the following 11 years.
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IF THINGS ARE MAKING YOU PERSISTENTLY TENSE AND WORRIED, IT’S NOT JUST IN YOUR MIND—YOUR BODY’S GETTING IN ON THE ACT TOO. HERE ARE SOME WAYS TO CHILL.
We hear a lot these days about stress. But the first thing to know is that it’s not all bad. “Stress has many wonderful attributes,” wrote Alia and ThomasCrumintheHarvardBusinessReviewafew years ago. “It reminds us that we care; it connects us directly with the most challenging and important aspects of our lives.” Still, many of us would respond that we know we care; we’d actually like to stress a little less.
You’re not living in the wild anymore, with dangers around every bush, as your distant ancestors once did. But try telling that to the built-in responses in your own body. They seek to help you by putting your organ systems on high alert in reaction to any perceived threat. In our complicated modern world, however, too much of that, sustained for too long, can be a hazard to your health.
Acute (short-term) stress elicits our fight-orflight response to a dangerous situation. Your blood pressure, heart rate, breathing rate and levels of muscle tension may skyrocket for a short time. Chronic (long-term) stress occurs over time and can lead to insomnia, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, weight gain, memory problems and headaches. It also can increase inflammation in the body, contributing to metabolic disease, fatigue, brain fog and cardiovascular illness.
Though there’s no one-size-fitsall approach to dealing with stress, handling it is crucial to one’s well-being. Poor stress management can lead to actual physiological changes in the body such as increased heart rate,
gastrointestinal issues, body aches and pain, says Jessica Tasca, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with offices in Montclair and New York City. When patients come to Tasca with health issues related to stress, she explains how they can use a variety of lifestyle tools to navigate stressful situations.
“The first step to managing anxiety and stress is to identity where that stress is coming from,” Tasca says. “Is it from work, home, social or is it coming from unresolved stress, trauma, upset from the past that has been suppressed, neglected or ignored?”
Once stress triggers are identified, life can be a bit more predictable and manageable, and actions can be taken to decrease the impact of the trigger itself. For instance, prioritize activities in your life that bring you joy and peace; they can be restorative and help you inoculate yourself against chronic stress. Another way to reduce stress is to reduce time spent in front of a screen (including computers, TVs, tablets and smartphones) and re-engage with nature, family and friends. And there’s also:
• Healthy eating. An old proverb states, “You are what you eat,” and if you eat well, you’ll feel well too. The body’s gut-brain axis, which directly connects the brain with your gut, can play an important role in helping to regulate mood, stress and cognition. Eating foods like yogurt with probiotics, leafy greens and prebiotics can help sustain a healthy gut-brain axis and have a positive impact on overall mood. On the other hand, foods high in sugar can negatively impact mood, as they cause rapid spikes and crashes in blood sugar levels. And highly processed foods can cause inflammation, which also negatively impacts both physical and mental health.
• Getting enough sleep. Resetting your body with rest can have a positive impact on stress and mood. Adequate sleep is essential for overall well-being—it helps people cope with the stresses of everyday life, regulate emotions and maintain
a healthy and positive outlook on life. Too little shut-eye can have the opposite effect. “Sleep is vital to human functioning, and lack of sleep can impact concentration, memory formation, judgment and mood,” Tasca says. “When these areas are impacted, it can make life more difficult in the domains of work, relationships and home life.” She adds that sleep quality is correlated with stress, in that adults who sleep less than eight hours a night report higher stress levels than those who sleep at least eight hours per night. However, she notes, “Sleep and stress are kind of like a chicken before the egg situation: The lack of quality sleep impacts stress levels, and stress levels impact sleep.”
• Meditating. Holistic approaches to stress such as breathwork and meditation also can reduce tension and anxiety. That’s because the body’s sympathetic nervous system activates a “fight or flight response” when faced with stress, resulting in a racing heart, increased blood pressure, feelings of tension, dilated pupils, trembling, upset GI tract and more. “Breathing is the anecdote to the fight or flight response,” Tasca says. “By focusing on slow, controlled breathing, we activate the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS), which is known as our ‘rest and digest’ system, because it slows our system down. By focusing on breath, we tell our body and our mind that we are safe. Utilizing breathwork, mindfulness and meditative practice, all of which rely on the breath and the PNS, we harness the power within our body to achieve a sense of calm and control in the face of stress and anxiety.”
Tasca reminds those who are battling excessive stress that help is always available. “Psychologists can help you to identity the sources of stress in your life and problem-solve the best course of action tailored to your circumstances and needs,” she says. “Prevention is always preferable. Learn stress management techniques and strategies prior to highstress situations to cope most effectively.”
A DIP IN A NEW BACKYARD POOL IN CHESTER IS ALL THE MORE REFRESHING GIVEN THE ELEMENTS THAT WENT INTO CREATING IT.
Landscape design by Miles Kuperus, Farmside Landscape & Design
Pool installation by B&B Pool and Spa
Photography by Farmside Landscape & Design
Text by Kirsten Meehan
It wasn’t hard to see the backyard’s potential. It was largely untouched, a stretch of grass and a few paved walkways—a perfect blank slate. When the owners moved into their new house in Chester, they imagined a pool for their school-aged children to swim in, combined with a place to sit and entertain. They also knew they wanted some kind of fireplace.
Miles Kuperus of Farmside Landscape & Design in Wantage was brought in to handle the whole landscaping project, and he quickly found that that blank-slate backyard presented special problems. For one, the property included a conservation area that could not be significantly changed. The work would need to be done within very restricted lines.
“The job was tight,” says Kuperus. All the space would have to be used deliberately to bring the project’s full potential to life.
Then there were the different levels. First, Kuperus decided to leverage the existing topography to everyone’s advantage. “There was a mid-space
This backyard area in Chester needed to conform to tight space constraints because of local conservation laws. Miles Kuperus of Wantage’s Farmside Landscape & Design and Derek Bagin of Chestnut Ridge, N.Y.’s B&B Pool and Spa combined forces to give the homeowners everything they wanted from their backyard pool and its surroundings.
in the yard, right off the deck,” he explains. “There was a chance to put the pool in a higher area, and then take advantage of a lower one. I knew I could use that to create something special with a vanishing edge.”
He designed that vanishing edge into a waterfall feature, which tumbled into a pergola that contained the firepit the owners had hoped for—and they gave a thumbs-up to the idea. Kuperus and his team worked with the Town of Chester to ensure that the letter of the law was followed—and received the municipal OK. All that was left to do was install it.
Kuperus brought in Derek Bagin and B&B Pool and Spa, based in Chestnut Ridge, N.Y., to handle that installation. “We wanted to squeeze in the largest pool we could, given the size constraints,” says Bagin. “Things got tight towards the house. The hot tub was originally square, but it was changed to a circle shape so there was space between it and the retaining wall.”
Not only did that change save space, it also caused the spa’s shape to echo the curve of the yard’s other retaining walls and circular patio, bringing the yard into further harmony.
The sound of flowing water soothes the whole space, both from the spa into the pool and from the pool’s waterfall feature into the pergola. The waterfall’s flow and the pool’s lights can be controlled via a phone app. “I think being able to actually see water in the pergola area is something really special,” says Kuperus.
Summer color flowers sprout from the tiered retaining walls and, past the fence, the airy, treetop view is breathtaking. Add to that a crackling fire in the pergola, and each element truly has its moment to shine. With the whole nine-month landscaping project wrapping up in August 2022, there was even enough summer left for the family to enjoy it right away. According to Kuperus, the kids couldn’t get into the pool fast enough.
This page: Bagin gave the pool a blue stone coping from National Pool Tile. Though originally designed to be square, the circular spa adds visual interest and echoes the rounded edges of the retaining walls and patio. Opposite page, top: The vanishing edge pool tumbles a waterfall feature into a pergola feature with a firepit. The flow of the waterfall can be controlled via a smartphone app. The pergola itself is paved with blue to make it feel like a truly separate space. Bottom: Despite the tight squeeze, everything in the design balanced out perfectly, and every one of the items on the homeowners’ wish list was checked: a pool, a space to sit and entertain and a firepit.
AT FIRST EXPECTED TO DO ONLY THE FAÇADE OF A NEW-CONSTRUCTION HOME, AN OUTDOOR DESIGN FIRM ENDS UP TAKING ON A MUCH BIGGER ASSIGNMENT.
Design by Rich Andreu, Exclusive Stoneworks
Photography by James Puzo
Text by Darius Amos
Rich Andreu and his firm, Lyndhurst-based Exclusive Stoneworks, were initially asked to install the stone veneer of a new Springfield home. “We were supposed to begin after the driveway was done,” he says of the project. But it turned out that they were called upon for much more.
Scheduling conflicts halted the original driveway and backyard patio plans, so the homeowner asked Andreu’s team to step in to do the work. They put a temporary driveway and worked with the homeowner to “make tweaks” to the original design plans.
“There were other challenges too,” Andreu recalls. “It was a new-construction home, so the entire property was still a disaster, with dirt and a lot of rocks everywhere.”
Many rocks and much debris were cleared from the 13,000-squarefoot backyard, allowing SJ Pools and Landscaping of Paramus to install a swimming pool and a hot tub. Andreu added a finishing touch
Cambridge’s Brick Alley pavers line the driveway of this Springfield home. Lyndhurst-based Exclusive Stoneworks installed the customcolored pavers in a double herringbone pattern. Gas lanterns at the entrance welcome visitors.
This page, top: Patio furniture by RH graces the dining area and sun deck, while the centerpiece of the outdoor kitchen is a 54-inch Alfresco grill. The kitchen, dining area and firepit are connected by 2-foot-by-2-foot bluestone.
Opposite page: Braen Supply Bellagio sand-blasted marble surrounds the pool, which was designed and installed by SJ Pools and Landscaping in Paramus.
around the pool, installing a patio made of Braen Supply Bellagio sandblasted marble with a 12-inch bluestone border. To complete the resort feel, chaise longues and patio umbrellas from RH were placed next to the pool, giving sunbathers easy access to the water when they want to cool off.
The same stonework is found in the dining area and the outdoor kitchen. The kitchen features a 54-inch Alfresco grill for this barbecue-loving family and a covered lounge area with television and fireplace. And just steps from the pool and kitchen areas is the firepit, where Andreu and company installed a Warming Trends burner as the centerpiece. But the fire feature isn’t the only source of nighttime illumination.
“We installed lights in the patio, with 2-inch coring drilled through the marble slabs,” says Andreu. “The owners live behind a golf course,
so it’s very dark at night. Lighting was an important part of the backyard, and we’re happy to have included it in the plan.”
Greg Imhoff of Greg Imhoff Visionscape Design in Ringwood created a landscape plan to complement the hardscape. While plenty of grassy areas were preserved for the couple’s four kids to run on, assorted plants and flowers such as blue spruce, hydrangeas, lilacs and daisies provide plenty of visual interest along the border of the property.
When the backyard was complete, Exclusive Stoneworks circled back to tackle the driveway. The homeowners selected Cambridge’s Brick Alley pavers, which were custom-colored, and the team laid them in a double herringbone pattern. Those pavers were then bordered with Cambridge’s Belgium 5-pc stones, also in a custom hue.
“It was a long project for everyone,” Andreu says, “but the homeowners got exactly what they wanted.”
WHEN A FIRE-RAZED TUDOR HOME IN MILLBURN WAS RENOVATED FROM THE GROUND UP, IT WAS A CHANCE TO MARRY TRADITION WITH INNOVATION.
“We aimed to sculpt an environment that not only welcomes but also captivates with its unique blend of tradition and innovation,” designer Kathy Samaan says of this rising-from-the-ashes renovation project in Millburn.
Design by Kathy Samaan
Photography by Justin Cole
Text by Nayda Rondon
This page: The home office is a study in resourceful creativity and distinctive charm. For instance, the rolling chair, which the designer “liberated” from her upholsterers, was given a fresh lease with new leather covering. The vintage desk and other choice decorative touches are all fun finds acquired during Samaan’s treasureseeking travels. Opposite page: The kitchen boasts window arches and ceiling columns custom-built by in-house millworkers; the wood range hood and shelves are also custom builds.
By the time a young family of four moved into their Millburn home in November of 2023, the space was vastly different from the charred structure they’d purchased from Champion Estates, a NYC-based real estate investment company. It had taken faith to look past the destruction and trust that the company’s team and collaborators—including Kathy Samaan of the Hoboken-based Samaan Design Group—would bring their shared vision to life. But that faith was rewarded.
The 2,800-square-foot home that was created over a span of 10 months turned out to be cozy, charming and a rare combination of period-appropriate and contemporary style. Samaan and her team focused on maintaining the integrity of the original Tudor-style design—especially its center-peak archways—and adapting the house’s footprint to meet the homeowners’ desire for a modern, open floor plan.
“Tudor homes traditionally have a series of separate, distinct rooms, which contrast sharply with today’s preference for open, flowing spaces,” Samaan explains. “Working within a smaller footprint limited our options for reconfiguration, requiring creative solutions to maximize space without losing the essence of the Tudor style.”
When Samaan first went to see the property on a stark winter’s day in 2022, she encountered utter devastation. “It literally had been burnt to a crisp,” she says. “Nothing was left except for two archways. Those archways inspired us to create a magical space with them at the center.”
Working closely with Champion Estates’ team, Samaan contributed to the layout plan in order to modernize the spaces for greater flow, function and form. She presented her design concepts to the clients, who apart from requesting a few minor tweaks gave her an enthusiastic thumbs-up. Following a “comfortable elegance” mantra, she chose soft, plush furnishings to offset the ornate
woodwork typical of Tudor style, creating homey yet refined living environments.
White oak floors throughout contributed to a sense of calm continuity. Further enhancing the light and restful flow, Samaan used the off-white warmth of Sherwin-Williams Greek Villa on all walls and ceilings. As “fun pops” of color, she chose Sherwin-Williams Shiitake for all trims. “Initially everyone involved in creating the space gave pushback on this choice,” she recalls. “Everyone on the painting crew would jokingly yell out ‘shiitake!’ whenever they saw me. But by the end, this trim accent was the showstopper detail that every single person drooled over. It’s not always the in-your-face details that stand out; it’s the ones that create a cohesive impact for an entire project that really matter.”
Using traditional materials such as wood and stone as foundations, she introduced unexpected textures and modern pieces to punctuate the spaces—four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, dining room, living room, kitchen and home office—with personality and distinctive flair. For example, in the living room, a modern framed art piece from Home Goods happily coexists with old-world-feel custom wood candlesticks crafted by Samaan’s millworker. The half-moon sofa mimics curvilinear shapes from some of the other interiors. “We selected such pieces for continuity and a neutral palette, as requested by the homeowners,” she explains.
On either side of the gas fireplace, the linen taupe side chairs hold universal appeal. “Most clients can’t resist a swivel accent chair and neither can we,” Samaan says. “It offers beauty and function
Opposite page: “The Baker Furniture dining table and the Phillip Jeffries wallpaper worked in sync, highlighting the curvilinear elements of the design,” the designer notes.
This page: The entry foyer’s side table was a budget-friendly Wayfair find, while the mirror came from Samaan’s warehouse inventory.
in one piece.” The overhead lighting was an Etsy purchase—“one of my favorite sourcing finds from 2023,” she says. “The fixture really took things up a notch. The enamel matched the shiitake trim perfectly and the brass accents pulled elements from other spaces of the home.”
In the dining room, the Baker Furniture dining table and chairs keep to the curvilinear theme, as does the pattern of the Phillip Jeffries wallpaper. Adding to the cohesiveness, the table’s grey, weathered top pulls from the wallpaper’s colors—Matte Grey on Marshmallow Manila Hemp—while the understated chandelier and the jute rug subtly complement the room’s more dramatic elements. Feeding into the cheery, cozy vibe, the welcoming kitchen features an island with Decora cabinets and MSI quartz countertops,
Wayfair seats, Willow Arlo pendant lights, Café Collection appliances, tiles and backsplash from Genrose’s San Marino collection and special details such as the Delta pot filler and the custom wood hood.
Going from room to room now, there’s no hint of ruin. Instead, it’s the sunny, happy place Samaan envisioned on that bleak first site visit. “Think of a warm spring day where the sun is spilling onto your face,” she says. “That’s the image I had in my head and the story I kept playing when I created these spaces.
“This home—with its blend of the timeless and the contemporary, the familiar and the surprising—is a portrait of the homeowners’ life and values; a warm, inviting and unmistakably unique dwelling place.”
Opposite page: Clean, simple and crisply neutral, the primary bedroom exemplifies refreshing, less-is-more aesthetics. This page: The en-suite primary bathroom features a marble-top vanity from Build.com, a sleek Delta faucet and terrazzo floor tiles from Tilebar.
Travel is a fine teacher, with destinations near and far. Here are five ways it can smarten you up.
On a vacation, there’s nothing wrong with beach-bumming, relaxing poolside or watching the world go by from a sidewalk café. But challenging your mind with new learning, or probing deeper into something that’s always intrigued you, can also make travel a rich, memorable experience. Which vagabond curriculum below suits you best for an educational trip? Consult your inner chef, photographer, artist, sailor or archaeologist!
STATESIDE: PEAPACK, N.J. With a multitude of great restaurants in our area, fine dining is always within reach. A few classes at The Cooking School at Natirar, however, give you even better access— and knowledge to prepare amazing meals at home. Located in picturesque Somerset County, the school offers a range of individual classes (no long-term commitment required) for all kitchen-skill levels, large groups, families and friends. Previous culinary experiences include French Bistro Brunch, New England Comfort Food and Italian Seaside, each taught by a specialty chef instructor. Info: natirar.com/nj_cooking_school
After class: When you’re done in the kitchen, leave the Natirar campus and explore Bluebird Farm Alpacas in Peapack. Hike on the 15-acre farm—or, better yet, take a furry and friendly alpaca for a walk around the site. For a quieter outdoor adventure, head to Willowwood Arboretum in Chester for an easy stroll surrounded by flowers and plant life. After a day of cooking and adventure, rest your body and soul at the Pendry Natirar, a luxury hotel with a full-service spa, a fitness center, a swimming pool, tennis courts and additional outdoor activities.
STUDY ABROAD: PARIS, FRANCE. A land rich in the culinary arts offers some of the finest opportunities to develop cooking skills. In this city of love, Le Cordon Bleu, which operates the largest network of culinary and hospitality schools in the world, offers two- to three-hour group or private courses in cuisine, patisserie and wine tasting. Don’t worry if your culinary know-how isn’t up to par: Classes range from basic to advanced level.
Info: cordonbleu.edu
After class: Drop off your luggage at the five-star Mandarin Oriental Hotel or the equally posh Hotel Opéra Richepanse, which is less than half a mile away from the culinary school. Paris is rich in history and can provide many adventures. Take the classic route and visit the famous Eiffel Tower or Arc de Triomphe—or spend a day observing the work of renowned artists at the Louvre Museum. During your stay, consider a commute to visit the nearby Palace of Versailles to take in the stunning architecture. The palace now offers overnight accommodations, so guests can experience a mystical night there.
STATESIDE: NEW YORK, N.Y. There’s no shortage of sights to see in the Big Apple, and what better way to capture them than through a lens? Keep your smartphone in your pocket and learn how to handle a DSLR at NYC Photo Safari, which provides information on composition, lighting and other technical details before leading foot tours in the city. Shutterbugs will hit spots like Central Park, Times Square and the Brooklyn Bridge during sessions that last anywhere from two to five hours. Don’t have a digital camera? You can rent one (and a tripod too) for the session with a memory card that’s yours to keep afterward.
Info: newyorkcityphotosafari.com
After class: A day in the city virtually guarantees getting your steps in, so give yourself a break and see a show on Broadway. Tickets are always available, and nothing wraps up the night like a great performance. However, if you’re still up to the challenge, explore the city some more and visit iconic landmarks such as Rockefeller Center or St. Patrick’s Cathedral. A good trip always requires wonderful rest, and five-star hotels like Marriott’s Times Square Edition, The Algonquin or The Plaza can meet those standards.
STUDY ABROAD: DUBLIN, IRELAND: Immerse yourself in the lush green landscape and join a private or public workshop or tour by Gareth McCormack. Depending on your interest—and time—lessons can range from three to 10 days. Tours will usually focus on one region of the country but involve travel through many towns.
Info: garethmccormack.com
After class: Lodging and entertainment are covered when you’re signed up for courses with Gareth McCormack. Bed-and-breakfast-style accommodations are provided depending on the duration of your trip, and there’s much to see and do beyond photography. When you put the camera down, consider visiting the Guinness Storehouse, Kilmainham Gaol, The Irish Emigration Museum or the National Museum of Ireland.
STATESIDE: SANTA FE, N.M. Designated as a UNESCO Creative City in Design, Crafts and Folk Art, New Mexico’s capital has been a haven for artists for decades. The city was home to famed American painter Georgia O’Keeffe, and it continues to inspire many up-and-coming creatives thanks to art centers such as Paseo Pottery. The popular workspace and gallery offer two-hour pottery sessions for beginners and intermediate students, who can learn the pottery-making process using a wheel or develop different techniques to manipulate clay with hands. Advanced individuals can partake in Raku firing, which creates a distinctive color, pattern and texture on the piece.
Info: paseopottery.com
After class: The area is rich in markets such as the Railyard Artisan Market, indigenous art markets and the International Folk Art Market. Outdoor adventures include trips to inspiring sunset locations and food tours to sample the city’s diverse flavor and culture. Visitors should also check out the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, the Museum of International Folk Art, the New Mexico History Museum and the Museum of Contemporary Native Arts. After exploring, take a break at the Four Seasons Rancho Encantado, which provides a spa, a swimming pool, a fitness center, an outdoor firepit and more.
STUDY ABROAD: CARMONA, SPAIN. To truly immerse yourself in another culture, spend two weeks living and learning in this city in southern Spain. A two-week residency here through Art Immersions provides a variety of workshops where artists work on a piece and share it twice, during a mid-term check-in and at a final exposition of everyone’s completed work. Tours of Carmona as well as Seville are provided for art inspiration—and sightseeing.
Info: artistimmersionprogram.com
After class: This trip offers everything in one: accommodations in a historic hotel, guided tours, entertainment and culinary experiences are all included. Guests will check out the cities’ exclusive art and architecture, local museums, historic sites and artisan studios.
STATESIDE: NEWPORT BEACH, CALIF. You can take up sailing all along the California Coast, but proximity to famed Catalina Island and top-tier instruction are two of the biggest draws of Newport Beach Sailing School. It offers three-hour private lessons for one to three students or a three-person group assigned by the school, creating a personal learning opportunity. Participants will also learn terminology, steering and maneuvering. Additional classes for all levels include Coastal Cruising and Cruising Catamaran.
Info: newportbeachsail.com
After class: Being on the water is work, but save time for play. Consider a sunset cruise, dolphin watching or whale watching—or simply take a relaxing stroll along the Newport Beach Pier or the Balboa Pier and visit the Crystal Cove State Park. For a shopping adventure, stop by luxurious Fashion Island. When the day ends, rest up and enjoy the amenities at Newport Beach Marriott Bayview or the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach.
STUDY ABROAD: FEZZANO, LIGURIA, ITALY. A country surrounded by water naturally has much to offer in terms of sailing opps. Orza Scuola Vela is a sailing school focusing on beginner and intermediate courses, which can range from seven to 14 days. It has three camp locations, one of them here on the Mediterranean Coast. The sea is your classroom; most instruction takes place on a cabin cruiser, a dinghy or a keelboat.
Info: orzascuolavela.it
After class: In Fezzano, enjoy weekend cruises, rowing, speedboating, scuba diving or dining while on the water. Luxury accommodations also can be found at various hotels, including Poet Hotel, a pet-friendly location that offers a variety of suites and workspaces.
STATESIDE: CORTEZ, COLO. Archaeologists are still learning about the past civilizations and people who thrived in our country centuries ago, and you can do the same. At the Crow Canyon Archaeological Center in this southwest Colorado city, visitors can explore replicas of the Pueblo native structures, survey the area and learn about the lives of people who lived in the land’s earliest days, including the Pueblo, Ute and Navajo. To complement on-site learning, researchers, experts and tribal members lead free weekly webinars focusing on the land’s history and geography.
Info: crowcanyon.org
After class: Not far from Cortez is Rocky Mountain National Park, which offers unrivaled views of rivers, mountains and trees. And don’t miss an outdoor concert at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre or the exhibits at the Denver Art Museum or the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. If you’re staying for the weekend, The Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs offers topflight amenities and access to water rafting, rock climbing, hiking, golf, tennis and pickleball.
STUDY ABROAD: GUATEMALA CITY, GUATEMALA. Home to volcanoes, rainforests and national parks, this country is also known for its relics from the ancient Mayan civilization. Researchers at Chabad Antigua Guatemala welcome visitors to observe them as they work and offer tours around the archaeological site known as Kaminaljuyú Archaeological Park. There you can witness live excavations as archaeologists learn more about the pre-Classic Maya city.
Info: chabadantiguaguatemala.com
After class: Continue touring history and visit the Hill of the Cross, the Santa Catalina Arch, the Antigua Guatemala Central Park and the Great Jaguar Tikal. The area is also rich with restaurants, where you can indulge in Guatemalan cuisine (beef, chicken and turkey stews, for instance). Wrap up each day of exploration at the luxurious Casa Santo Domingo near La Antigua. This location provides a spa with saunas, hot tubs, pools and indoor and outdoor areas. There’s also a private museum at the hotel, where guests can enjoy collections of modern art.
—Denisse Gonzalez Ramirez
This summertime cocktail is rich with flavors that‘ll keep your guests relaxed and refreshed.
Yields: 1 serving
INGREDIENTS
n 11/2 oz. tequila blanco
n 1/2 oz. Salers aperitif
n 1/2 oz. fresh lime juice
n 1/2 oz. pineapple juice
n 1/2 oz. fresh celery juice
n 1/2 oz. vanilla syrup
n tonic water
n ice
n celery ribbons, for garnish
DIRECTIONS
Combine all the ingredients except the tonic water in a shaker tin with ice and shake briefly to combine. Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with tonic water. Garnish.
TO HELP YOU FIND SOME OF THE BEST ATTORNEYS IN MORRIS COUNTY, across 33 specialties, Morris & Essex magazine contracted DataJoe Research of Boulder, Colorado to facilitate an online peer-vote process and create a Top Morris County Lawyer list. Attorneys throughout the county were asked to select peers whom they deem are the best within their practice areas and whom they would seek out for particular legal needs.
DataJoe checked and confirmed that each published top vote getter had, at the time of review, a current, active license status with the State of New Jersey regulatory board. If they were not able to find evidence of a lawyer’s current, active registration, he or she was excluded from the list. In addition, any lawyer who has been disciplined for an infraction by the State of New Jersey regulatory board was excluded from the list. Finally, DataJoe presented the tallied result to Morris & Essex magazine for its final review.
We recognize that there are many good attorneys who are not shown in this representative list. This is only a sampling of the huge array of talented professionals within Morris County.
APPELLATE LAW
KATELYN E. CUTINELLO
Cocca & Cutinello LLP
36 Cattano Ave. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-828-9000
DAVID FASSETT
Arseneault & Fassett LLP 560 Main St. Chatham, NJ 07928 973-635-3366
BONNIE C. FROST
Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick PC 165. E. Main St. Denville, NJ 07834 973-586-4911
MATHEU D. NUNN
Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick PC 165 E. Main St. Denville, NJ 07834 973-586-4910
SHALOM D. STONE
Stone Conroy LLC 25A Hanover Rd., Suite 301 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-400-4181
RYDER T. ULON
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7321
ARBITRATION AND MEDIATION
JOHN P. BEYEL
McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter LLP 1300 Mount Kemble Ave. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-425-8746
DENNIS M. CAVANAUGH
McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter LLP 1300 Mount Kemble Ave. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-425-8838
STEPHEN K. FLETCHER
Heymann & Fletcher 1201 Sussex Tpke. Randolph, NJ 07869 973-895-4400
MAURICE J. GALLIPOLI
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-889-4285
PHYLLIS S. KLEIN
Hagan, Klein & Weisberg LLC 44 Whippany Rd., Suite 108A Morristown, NJ 07960 973-467-5556
PHILIP J. MAENZA
Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group LLC 119 Cherry Hill Rd., Suite 120 Parsippany, NJ 07054 973-520-8822
THOMAS N. TORZEWSKI
Torzewski & McInerney LLC 60 Washington St., Suite 104 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-532-2868
AVIATION ADMIRALTY MARITIME AND TRANSPORTATION
JUSTIN A. MARCHETTA
Inglesino Webster Wyciskala & Taylor LLC 600 Parsippany Rd., Suite 204 Parsippany, NJ 07054 973-947-7111
BANKING AND FINANCIAL
AMINADAV FOGER
Saiber LLC 18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-845-7747
JAMES H. FORTE
Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-645-4833
JEREMY M. GARLOCK
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7358
THOMAS L. HOFSTETTER
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-540-7308
MATTHEW MIRETT
Sherman Atlas
Sylvester & Stamelman LLP 210 Park Ave., 2nd Floor Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-302-9674
BANKRUPTCY AND WORKOUT
JOHN M. AUGUST
Saiber LLC 18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-622-3699
FRANKLIN BARBOSA, JR.
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-539-1013
KELLY D. CURTIN
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962
973-889-4089
MARK E. HALL
Fox Rothschild LLP
49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-548-3314
MICHAEL R. HERZ
Fox Rothschild LLP
49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-548-3330
WARREN J. MARTIN, JR.
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-889-4006
RACHEL A. PARISI
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-889-4261
CURTIS M. PLAZA
Riker Danzig LLP 1 Speedwell Ave. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-451-8488
TARA J. SCHELLHORN
Riker Danzig LLP 1 Speedwell Ave. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-451-8562
CATHERINE E. YOUNGMAN
Fox Rothschild LLP 49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-548-3333
BUSINESS LAW
EDWARD W. AHART
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7310
ANDREW E. ANSELMI Anselmi & Carvelli LLP 56 Headquarters Plaza West Tower, 5th Floor Morristown, NJ 07960 973-635-6300
CAROLINE BRAGA
Saiber LLC 18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-622-3347
DAVID J. CARLSON
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-889-4114
KATHLEEN E. CLARK
Sherman Atlas Sylvester & Stamelman LLP 210 Park Ave., 2nd Floor Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-302-9664
BUSINESS LAW
NINUCIO A. COVIELLO Saiber LLC 18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-645-4800
JOHN A. FIALCOWITZ
The Law Office of John A. Fialcowitz LLC 89 Headquarters Plaza, Suite 1216 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-282-7834
ANDREW J. KYREAKAKIS Weiner Law Group LLP 629 Parsippany Rd. Parsippany, NJ 07054 973-828-8353
MICHAEL J. MAROTTE
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-631-7848
ERIC J. MICHAELS Fox Rothschild LLP 49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-994-7505
GIANNA C. RICCOBONI Saiber LLC 18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-622-3696
ROBERT L. RITTER Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-232-0615
JASON J. WALDSTEIN
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7319
CIVIL LAW LITIGATION
ANTHONY COCCA Cocca & Cutinello LLP 36 Cattano Ave. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-828-9000
DENNIS F. GLEASON
Jardim Meisner & Susser PC 30B Vreeland Rd., Suite 100 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-845-7640
THOMAS M. MADDEN Morrison Mahoney LLP 2001 Route 46 Parsippany, NJ 07054 862-286-6109
DIANA C. MANNING
Bressler, Amery & Ross PC
325 Columbia Tpke., Suite 301 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-660-4439
MARK K. SILVER
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP
220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-798-4950
COMMERCIAL LITIGATION
PAUL F. CARVELLI
Anselmi & Carvelli LLP
56 Headquarters Plaza West Tower, 5th Floor Morristown, NJ 07960 973-635-6300
DANIEL J. DIMURO
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani LLP
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 220 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-549-2518
JOSEPH P. FITENI
Donnelly Minter & Kelly LLC
163 Madison Ave., Suite 320 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-200-6389
TIMOTHY J. FORD
Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick PC
165 E. Main St. Denville, NJ 07834 973-586-4940
MICHAEL J. GROHS Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-622-8396
JOHN M. LOSINGER Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-232-0606
ELIZABETH J. SHER
Day Pitney LLP
1 Jefferson Rd. Parsippany, NJ 07054 973-966 8214
MICHAEL J. SHORTT Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-232-0614
MARC E. WOLIN Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-622-8401
CONSTRUCTION
KYLE H. CASSIDY
Trif & Modugno LLC
89 Headquarters Plaza, Suite 1201 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-547-3611
JOSEPH R. HAFTEK, JR.
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP
220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7337
JEFFREY W. LORELL Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-622-3693
ROBERT B. NUSSBAUM Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-645-4802
ROBERT J. ROHRBERGER
Fox Rothschild LLP
49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-994-7543
GREG TRIF
Trif & Modugno LLC
89 Headquarters Plaza, Suite 1201 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-547-3611
GARY F. WERNER
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP
220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-631-7841
CORPORATE COUNSEL
HAROLD S. ATLAS
Sherman Atlas
Sylvester & Stamelman LLP
210 Park Ave., 2nd Floor
Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-302-9712
AMI FOGER
Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-845-7747
IRA B. MARCUS
Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-232-0603
POOJA PATEL
Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-845-7724
CHRISTOPHER L. PIZZO
Fox Rothschild LLP
49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-548-3341
ANDREW J. STAMELMAN
Sherman Atlas
Sylvester & Stamelman LLP
210 Park Ave., 2nd Floor Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-302-9714
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
MATTHEW S. ADAMS
Fox Rothschild LLP
49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-994-7573
JOHN A. AZZARELLO
Whipple Azzarello LLC
161 Madison Ave., Suite 325 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-434-7788
SCOTT GORMAN
The Gorman Law Firm
360 Mount Kemble Rd., Suite 1004B Morristown, NJ 07960 973-796-3800
MARISSA KOBLITZ KINGMAN
Fox Rothschild LLP
49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-548-3316
HENRY KLINGEMAN
Klingeman Cerimele Attorneys
100 Southgate Pkwy., Suite 150 Morristown, NJ 07960 973 714-3474
JAMES M. PORFIDO
Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick PC 165. E. Main St. Denville, NJ 07834 973-532-7019
MATTHEW J. TROIANO
Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick PC 165 E. Main St. Denville, NJ 07834 973-532-7021
JOHN C. WHIPPLE
Whipple Azzarello LLC
161 Madison Ave., Suite 325 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-434-7788
EDUCATION
ROBIN S. BALLARD
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-631-7844
DAVID L. DISLER
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-889-4133
JANELLE EDWARDS-STEWART
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962
973-889-4092
KATHERINE A. GILFILLAN
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-631-7857
ALISON L. KENNY
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-540-7304
JOSEPH L. ROSELLE
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-540-7349
MARC H. ZITOMER
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-540-7329
ELDER LAW
CRYSTAL WEST EDWARDS
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962
973-889-4263
VINCENT N. MACRI
Macri & Associates LLC
49 Ridgedale Ave., Suite 1 East Hanover, NJ 07936
973-577-6010
RYANN M. SICLARI
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962
973-889-4271
DEIRDRE R. WHEATLEY-LISS
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC
100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962
973-889-4278
SHIRLEY BERGER WHITENACK
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP
220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-540-7336
EMINENT DOMAIN
JOSEPH W. GRATHER
McKirdy Riskin Olson & Dellapelle PC 201 Littleton Rd., Suite 135 Morris Plains, NJ 07950
973-539-8900
FAMILY LAW
ROBIN C. BOGAN
Pallarino & Bogan LLP 65 Madison Ave., Suite 240 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-539-1140
JOSEPH P. CADICINA
Cadicina Law LLC
36 Cattano Ave., 6th Floor Morristown, NJ 07960
973-270-9166
HOPE S. CONE
Day Pitney LLP
1 Jefferson Rd. Parsippany, NJ 07054 973-966-8127
CHRISTINE M. DALENA
Laufer, Dalena, Jensen, Bradley & Doran LLC 23 Cattano Ave. Morristown, NJ 07960
973-382-8437
CARLY DIFRANCISCO
Cadicina Law LLC
36 Cattano Ave., 6th Floor Morristown, NJ 07960
973-270-9166
ALYSSA ENGLEBERG
Hagan, Klein & Weisberg LLC 44 Whippany Rd., Suite 108A Morristown, NJ 07960 973-467-5556
SANDRA C. FAVA
Fox Rothschild LLP 49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-994-7564
TANYA L. FREEMAN
Tanya L. Freeman, Attorney at Law 100 Eagle Rock Ave., Suite 105 East Hanover, NJ 07936 973-506-2382
STEPHEN P. HALLER
Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick PC 165 E. Main St. Denville, NJ 07834 973-586-4912
TANYA NAMKIN HELFAND
Tanya N. Helfand Esq. 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-539-1000
LINDSAY A. HELLER
Fox Rothschild LLP 49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-548-3318
KAITLYN A. LAPI
Hagan, Klein & Weisberg LLC 44 Whippany Rd., Suite 108A Morristown, NJ 07960 973-467-5556
WILLIAM M. LAUFER
Laufer, Dalena, Jensen, Bradley & Doran LLC 23 Cattano Ave. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-382-8437
JENNIFER LAZOR
Lazor Rantas PC 97 Main St. Chatham, NJ 07928 973-755-2250
ALISON C. LESLIE
Leslie Law Firm LLC 6 South St., Suite 203 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-631-8002
JESSICA DIAMOND LIA Fox Rothschild LLP 49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-994-7517
CIMMERIAN A. MORGAN Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick PC 165. E. Main St. Denville, NJ 07834 973-586-4919
EDWARD J. O’DONNELL Newsome O’Donnell LLC 100 Southgate Pkwy., Suite 190 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-692-6500
MICHAEL R. PALLARINO Pallarino & Bogan LLP 65 Madison Ave., Suite 240 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-539-1140
ANGELA M. SCAFURI Cadicina Law LLC 36 Cattano Ave., 6th Floor Morristown, NJ 07960 973-270-9166
ALLEN J. SCAZAFABO, JR. Riker Danzig LLP 1 Speedwell Ave. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-451-8428
ERIC S. SOLOTOFF
Fox Rothschild LLP
49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960
973-994-7501
KRISTI L. TERRANOVA
Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick PC 165 E. Main St. Denville, NJ 07834
973-586-4956
DEBRA S. WEISBERG
Hagan, Klein & Weisberg LLC 44 Whippany Rd., Suite 108A Morristown, NJ 07960 973-467-5556
CINDY BALL WILSON
Wilson Family Law LLC 667 Shunpike Rd., Suite 5 Chatham, NJ 07928 973-520-4275
HEALTH CARE LAW
DANIEL O. CARROLL
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-631-7842
DEBORAH A. CMIELEWSKI
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP
220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7327
BENJAMIN A. HOOPER
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-631-7847
EVAN B. MAGNONE
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP
220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-798-4944
CATHERINE P. O’HERN
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP
220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7334
INSURANCE
GLENN T. DYER
Dyer & Peterson PC 322 Route 46, Suite 220E Parsippany, NJ 07054 973-928-8208
KATHARINE A. LECHLEITNER Mound Cotton Wollan & Greengrass LLP 30 Vreeland Rd. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-494-0670
GILBERT S. LEEDS
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7316
JENNIFER R. O’CONNOR Saiber LLC 18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-622-3697
TIMOTHY B. PARLIN McGivney, Kluger, Clark & Intoccia PC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 300 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-670-5424
JOSEPH J. SCHIAVONE Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-645-4804
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
ARNOLD B. CALMANN Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-645-4828
KATHERINE A. ESCANLAR Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-845-7720
JAKOB B. HALPERN
Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-622-8394
IRA J. HAMMER
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP
220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-631-7859
ROBERT J. SCHOENBERG
Riker Danzig LLP 1 Speedwell Ave. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-451-8511
JEFFREY SOOS Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-622-3450
WENDI OPPER UZAR Riker Danzig LLP 1 Speedwell Ave. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-451-8647
LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT
ANDREW S. BERNS
Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick PC
165 E. Main St. Denville, NJ 07834
973-586-4940
EMILY J. BORDENS
Bressler, Amery & Ross PC
325 Columbia Tpke., Suite 301 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-660-4470
HEATHER R. BOSHAK
Fox Rothschild LLP
49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-994-7508
DOMENICK CARMAGNOLA
Carmagnola & Ritardi LLC
60 Washington St., Suite 3 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-267-4445
VINCENT C. CIRILLI Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-622-3454
DANALYNN T. COLAO Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-645-4837
JENNINE DISOMMA Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-645-4803
CYNTHIA L. FLANAGAN
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP
220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7331
VITO A. GAGLIARDI, JR.
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-889-4151
STEVEN S. GLASSMAN Fox Rothschild LLP 49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-994-7506
PAOLA CIAPPINA HEMSLEY Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-645-4812
ELIZABETH F. LORELL
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani LLP 18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 220 Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-549-2506
JOSEPH MADDALONI, JR.
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7330
KERRI A. WRIGHT
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-889-4327
GERI ALBIN Saiber LLC
18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-845-7719
JUSTIN R. CALTA Saiber LLC 18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-232-0618
RICHARD J. CONWAY, JR.
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-540-7328
HEIDI S. MINUSKIN
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-798-4949
MARTIN A. NEWMARK
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-889-4230
CARA A. PARMIGIANI
Cara A. Parmigiani LLC 355 Route 46 Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046 973-722-7655
PETER J. WOLFSON Day Pitney LLP 1 Jefferson Rd. Parsippany, NJ 07054
973-966-8298
MEDICAL MALPRACTICE DEFENSE
WILLIAM J. BUCKLEY
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-631-7849
PETER A. MARRA
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7311
MEDICAL MALPRACTICE PLAINTIFF
CAROL FORTE
Blume Forte Fried Zerres & Molinari 1 Main St. Chatham, NJ 07928 973-845-4421
NON-PROFIT ATTORNEYS
FARAH N. ANSARI
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7344
PERSONAL INJURY
JAMES A. KASSIS
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP
220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932
973-540-7339
CHRISTINE M. MCCARTHY
Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick PC 165. E. Main St. Denville, NJ 07834
973-586-4948
PRODUCT LIABILITY
DIANE FLEMING AVERELL
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC
100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-889-4150
BENNET SUSSER
Jardim Meisner & Susser PC 30B Vreeland Rd., Suite 100 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-204-1308
MICHAEL C. ZOGBY
Barnes & Thornburg LLP 67 E. Park Pl., Suite 1000 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-775-6110
PROFESSIONAL MALPRACTICE NON-MEDICAL DEFENSE
MAXWELL L. BILLEK
Wilson Elser 7 Giralda Farms Madison, NJ 07940 973-735-6071
DAVID M. BLACKWELL
Donnelly Minter & Kelly LLC 163 Madison Ave., Suite 320 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-200-6390
MICHAEL P. CHIPKO
Wilson Elser 7 Giralda Farms Madison, NJ 07940 973-735-6117
PATRICK J. GALLIGAN
Donnelly Minter & Kelly LLC
163 Madison Ave., Suite 320 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-200-6380
ERIC A. INGLIS
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7347
JASON A. MEISNER
Donnelly Minter & Kelly LLC 163 Madison Ave., Suite 320 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-200-6387
PATRICK B. MINTER
Donnelly Minter & Kelly LLC 163 Madison Ave., Suite 320 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-200-6405
REAL ESTATE
CARMEN ANDRADE
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-889-4128
JOSHUA BEINHAKER
Beinhaker & Beinhaker LLC 20 South St., Suite 2A Morristown, NJ 07960 973-984-9555
JASON R. RITTIE
Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick PC 165 E. Main St. Denville, NJ 07834 973-586-4958
JASON A. RUBIN
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7306
RANDI SCHILLINGER
Saiber LLC 18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-622-3455
JULIUS J. SUAREZ
Fox Rothschild LLP 49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-326-7109
SECURITIES LAW
ERNEST E. BADWAY
Fox Rothschild LLP
49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-994-7530
BARRY M. BORDETSKY
Barry M. Bordetsky 22 N. Park Pl., 2nd Floor Morristown, NJ 07960
973-998-6596
SEXUAL ABUSE
GARY J. INTOCCIA McGivney, Kluger, Clark & Intoccia PC 18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 300 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-822-1110
EMILY R. WEISSLITZ McGivney, Kluger, Clark & Intoccia PC 18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 300 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-822-1110
TAX LAW
DOUGLAS R. EISENBERG
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7302
KEVIN S. ENGLERT
The Englert Law Firm LLC 181 New Rd., Suite 304 Parsippany, NJ 07054 908-930-3277
CHARLES E. FALK
Charles E. Falk Esq. 25 Devonshire Ln. Mendham, NJ 07945 973-543-1240
EDWARD A. GRAMIGNA, JR. Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP 600 Campus Dr. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-549-7385
PAUL WIGG MAXWELL
Wigg-Maxwell Esq. 17 Watchung Ave., Suite 203 Chatham, NJ 07928
973-507-9760
GARY MAZART
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7309
MATTHEW S. RHEINGOLD
Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick PC 165 E. Main St. Denville, NJ 07834 973-586-4915
SAMANTHA ROCCO
Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick PC 165. E. Main St. Denville, NJ 07834 973-586-4915
PHILIP J. SIANA
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-889-4149
TECHNOLOGY VIRTUAL
PAUL H. GREEN
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7305
WILLS TRUSTS AND ESTATES
GARY R. BOTWINICK
Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick PC 165 E. Main St. Denville, NJ 07834 973-586-4915
RYAN BROEDLIN
Broedlin Law LLC 55 Madison Ave., Suite 400 Morristown, NJ 07960 973-795-7892
CHRISTINE SOCHA CZAPEK
Borteck & Czapek PC 25B Hanover Rd., Suite 240 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-994-2050
JOSEPH G. DOLAN
Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-889-4109
ANDREW C. EGAN
Bressler, Amery & Ross PC 325 Columbia Tpke., Suite 301 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-937-6792
JOHN M. ELIAS Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC 100 Southgate Pkwy. Morristown, NJ 07962 973-889-4105
ADAM M. GRENKER Fox Rothschild LLP 49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-994-7814
MARY JOAN S. KENNEDY Saiber LLC 18 Columbia Tpke., Suite 200 Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-622-8405
GENE R. KORF Korf & Rosenblatt PC 89 Headquarters Plaza, 14th Floor Morristown, NJ 07960 973-993-1738
BASIL F. O’CONNOR
Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-295-3674
RICHARD D. SANDERS Day Pitney LLP 1 Jefferson Rd. Parsippany, NJ 07054 973-966 8073
MELISSA A. TERRANOVA Fox Rothschild LLP 49 Market St. Morristown, NJ 07960 973-548-3315
STACEY M. VALENTINE Avelino Law LLP 19 Cattano Ave. Morristown, NJ 07960 908-273-5730
JORDAN M. WASSEL Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7345
WYNNE A. WHITMAN Schenck Price Smith & King LLP 220 Park Ave. Florham Park, NJ 07932 973-540-7340
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
THOMAS F. DORN, JR. Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost & Botwinick PC 165 E. Main St. Denville, NJ 07834 973-586-4921
STRATEGIC FAMILY LAW ATTORNEYS
100 South Jefferson Rd, Suite 200, Whippany, NJ 07981 973.539.0075 | www.ttnlaw.com
“OUR STRATEGY TODAY, IS PROTECTING YOUR TOMORROW”
As one of New Jersey’s prestigious and well-sought after family law firms, Townsend, Tomaio & Newmark, L.L.C. is built on this promise: “Our strategy today, is protecting your tomorrow.”
From the most complex matter to the simplest case, this Firm’s powerhouse of attorneys understands the sensitive nature of family conflict. TTN is committed to providing unwavering strategic support, and aggressive guidance to empower every client to persevere through difficult family matters.
The Firm’s experienced team of skilled attorneys and staff focuses on family law litigation and mediation. The Firm proudly provides 5 partners certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as matrimonial law attorneys; a distinction obtained by only 2% of attorneys in New Jersey. Many of the Firm’s partners are also mediators. The Firm proudly represents clients throughout the entire state of New Jersey. Noaspect ofthisadvertisementhasbeenapprovedbytheSupreme Court ofNewJerseyRPC7.l(a)(3).See, www.Superlawyers.com/ about/selection_process.htmlPaulTownsend,DominicTomaio, Laurie Newmark,JohnClancy,andAngelaScafuriare certifiedbytheSupreme Court ofNewJersey as MatrimonialAttorneys
JOSEPH P. CADICINA, CARLY DIFRANCISCO
36 Cattano Ave., 6th floor, Morristown, NJ 07960
973.270.9166 | www.cadicinalaw.com
CADICINA LAW, LLC IS A DIVORCE AND FAMILY LAW FIRM LOCATED IN MORRISTOWN, that handles all aspects of complex divorce matters.
As astute interpreters of New Jersey law and experienced litigators in the courts throughout New Jersey, the firm’s attorneys fearlessly advocate on behalf of their northern New Jersey clients and strive for the best possible results. Besides the Morristown office, the firm also has a Bergen County office located at 279 Franklin Ave., Wyckoff, NJ.
Joseph P. Cadicina, a family law veteran for over 25 years leads this team of respected and recognized matrimonial attorneys. Mr. Cadicina is the Morris County Bar Association 2021 Past President and 2019 President of the Morris County Bar Foundation.
Cadicina Law Attorneys have been featured in New Jersey Monthly Magazine’s “Super Lawyers”, “Best Lawyers in America”, and in New Jersey Family Magazine’s “Best Lawyers for Families” and frequently presents at local and national conferences on family law and matrimonial issues.
DORAN, LLC 23 Cattano Ave., Morristown, NJ 07960 973.285.1444 | www.lauferfamilylaw.com
THE LAW FIRM OF LAUFER, DALENA, JENSEN, BRADLEY & DORAN, LLC continues to have a long, strong and well-respected presence in Morris County. Committed to family law and related matters, the firm’s lawyers handle divorce, custody, relocation, domestic violence, domestic partnership disputes, pre-nuptial agreements, mediation and collaborative law. Family-related legal issues can become complex and emotional and we have the recognition and experience necessary to handle any divorce or family law issue. Serving a full range of clients, including cases involving complicated financial assets and investments, our attorneys have a reputation for successfully knowing when to handle matters aggressively or understanding when it’s in a client’s best interest to seek a more pragmatic compromise. As court-approved economic mediators with extensive training and experience, we are able to offer our clients interested in resolving their differences outside of court with alternate dispute resolution options—arbitration, mediation or collaborative law. Our accomplished and dedicated lawyers are involved with the Morris County Bar Association. William Laufer has also served as a past President. Christine Dalena*, James Jensen*, Terryann Bradley*, Jane Ellen Doran*, Peter Bracuti*, Michelle Benedek*, Mario Delmonaco, Gregory Behringer**, Alexis Laufer** and Alyssa Clemente** are active members.
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BORTECK & CZAPEK, P.C.
25-B Hanover Rd., Suite 240 Florham Park, NJ 07932
P: 973.994.2050
cczapek@bortecklaw.com | www.bortecklaw.com
BASED IN FLORHAM PARK, BORTECK & CZAPEK, P.C. is a boutique law firm dedicated to providing advice and representation to individuals, families and fiduciaries in the fields of estate and trust planning, administration and litigation. The Firm’s lawyers and staff are committed to providing the highest level of services to their clients so that they may preserve their financial security for themselves and their legacy for future generations.
Christine Socha Czapek has more than 15 years of experience in estates and trust and is a Fellow of the prestigious peer-elected American College of Trust and Estate Counsel. She serves on the Board of the Estate Planning Council of Northern New Jersey, is a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association’s Real Property and Trust & Estate Law Section Board of Consultors, and frequently lectures in this specialized area of the law.
MCELROY, DEUTSCH, MULVANEY & CARPENTER LLP
1300 Mount Kemble Ave., Morristown, NJ 07962
973.425.8746 | www.mdmc-law.com
JOHN P. BEYEL HAS BEEN A PARTNER IN THIS PREMIERE LAW FIRM FOR OVER 30 YEARS.
His focus upon understanding the concerns and objectives of clients in order to assist them in addressing their estate planning needs and related topics such as guardianships is an important reason for his selection as a Top Lawyer.
John continually demonstrates his commitment to this area of practice by providing educational seminars to organizations. He has served as Co-Chair of the Trust, Estate and Elder Care Section of the Morris County Bar Association for over 10 years. He has also been appointed by the Superior Court of New Jersey to serve as guardian for incapacitated persons as well as Mediator to facilitate resolution of contested probate matters.
LESLIE LAW FIRM
6 South St., Suite 203, Morristown NJ, 07960 973.631.8002 | www.leslielawfirm.com
WE HELP GOOD PEOPLE GET THROUGH TOUGH TIMES.
Certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a Matrimonial Attorney, Alison C. Leslie, Esq. knows the law but also understands the profound impact divorce has on the lives of individuals and their children. With a compassionate and astute approach, she unravels the complexities of your marriage. We advocate for fairness and equity, while fostering an environment where healing and closure can take place. We listen attentively, comprehend deeply, and offer solutions that extend beyond mere legalities. It’s a responsibility that extends far beyond the courtroom.
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RIKER DANZIG LLP
Headquarters Plaza 1 Speedwell Ave., Morristown, New Jersey, 07962 973.451.8428 | ascazafabo@riker.com | www.riker.com
AS A PARTNER AND HEAD OF RIKER DANZIG’S WELLREGARDED FAMILY LAW
PRACTICE, Allen takes the necessary time to uncover important details of his clients’ cases that might be overlooked by others. He recognizes that no case is “boilerplate”; the issues are personal and consequential to each party. Though he pursues his clients’ cases in an expeditious manner regardless of complexity, Allen shuns formulaic and cookie-cutter resolutions. Instead, he works with each client, guiding them into reasonable decisions that make sense for their unique situation. It’s clear that Allen refuses to run a volume-based practice; peers and former clients have recognized his high level of professionalism with numerous awards. Allen is certified by the Supreme Court of NJ as a matrimonial law attorney, and was elected to serve on the Family Law Executive Committee of the NJ State Bar Association for 2017-2018.
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TO HELP YOU FIND SOME OF THE BEST ATTORNEYS IN ESSEX COUNTY, across 37 specialties, Morris & Essex magazine contracted DataJoe Research of Boulder, Colorado to facilitate an online peer-vote process and create a Top Essex County Lawyer list. Attorneys throughout the county were asked to select peers whom they deem are the best within their practice areas and whom they would seek out for particular legal needs.
DataJoe checked and confirmed that each published top vote getter had, at the time of review, a current, active license status with the State of New Jersey regulatory board. If they were not able to find evidence of a lawyer’s current, active registration, he or she was excluded from the list. In addition, any lawyer who has been disciplined for an infraction by the State of New Jersey regulatory board was excluded from the list. Finally, DataJoe presented the tallied result to Morris & Essex magazine for its final review.
We recognize that there are many good attorneys who are not shown in this representative list. This is only a sampling of the huge array of talented professionals within Essex County.
ANTITRUST LAW
JOSEPH J. DEPALMA
Lite DePalma Greenberg & Afanador LLC 570 Broad St., Suite 1201 Newark, NJ 07102 973-877-3810
APPELLATE LAW
BRIAN M. BLOCK
Mandelbaum Barrett PC 3 Becker Farm Rd., Suite 105 Roseland, NJ 07068 973-243-7981
ANDREW GIMIGLIANO
Mandelbaum Barrett PC
3 Becker Farm Rd., Suite 105 Roseland, NJ 07068 973-243-7982
BRUCE D. GREENBERG
Lite DePalma Greenberg & Afanador LLC 570 Broad St., Suite 1201 Newark, NJ 07102 973-877-3820
LAWRENCE S. LUSTBERG
Gibbons PC 1 Gateway Center Newark, NJ 07102 973-596-4731
Peter G. Verniero
Sills Cummis & Gross PC 1 Riverfront Plaza Newark, NJ 07102 973-643-5485
ARBITRATION AND MEDIATION
RICHARD C. CAMP
Lum, Drasco & Positan LLC
103 Eisenhower Pkwy., Suite 401 Roseland, NJ 07068 973-403-9000
DENNIS F. CAREY III
Tompkins, McGuire, Wachenfeld & Barry LLP
3 Becker Farm Rd., 4th Floor Roseland, NJ 07068 973-623-7103
MICHAEL R. CASALE
Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP 75 Livingston Ave. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-577-1828
PATRICIA K. COSTELLO CSG Law 103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2006
JOSEPH A. DICKSON CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2049
LESLIE A. FARBER
Leslie A. Farber LLC 105 Grove St., Suite 1 Montclair, NJ 07042 973-707-3322
DEBORAH E. NELSON
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2390
JOSEPH NITTI
Nitti & Nitti PC
145 Eagle Rock Ave. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-226-4141
DONALD J. VOLKERT, JR.
Lum, Drasco & Positan LLC
103 Eisenhower Pkwy., Suite 401
Roseland, NJ 07068
973-403-9000
THOMAS P. ZAMPINO
Snyder Sarno D’Aniello Maceri & da Costa LLC
425 Eagle Rock Ave., Suite 100 Roseland, NJ 07068
973-274-5200
BANKING AND FINANCIAL
RICHARD I. SIMON Mandelbaum Barrett PC 3 Becker Farm Rd., Suite 105
Roseland, NJ 07068 973-243-7910
BANKRUPTCY AND WORKOUT
DONALD W. CLARKE
Genova Burns LLC 494 Broad St. Newark, NJ 07102 973-387-7804
SAM DELLA FERA, JR.
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2076
TERRI JANE FREEDMAN
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2152
BRUCE H. LEVITT
Levitt & Slafkes PC 515 Valley St., Suite 1400 Maplewood, NJ 07040 973-323-2953
COLLEEN M. MAKER
Lowenstein Sandler LLP 1 Lowenstein Dr. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-597-6310
STUART M. NACHBAR
Law Office of Stuart M. Nachbar PC
354 Eisenhower Pkwy., Plaza 1 Suite 2025 Livingston, NJ 07039 973-576-5285
ROBERT E. NIES
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2012
RICHARD D. TRENK
Trenk Isabel Siddiqi & Shahdanian PC
290 W. Mount Pleasant Ave. Building 3, Suite 2350 Livingston, NJ 07039 973-533-1000
SCOTT A. ZUBER
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2046
BUSINESS LAW
MICHELLE J. DELANEY
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2134
DOUGLAS S. EAKELEY
Rutgers Law School 123 Washington St. Newark, NJ 07102 973-353-3105
KEITH A. KRAUSS
Genova Burns LLC 494 Broad St. Newark, NJ 07102 973-535-4441
ALAN S. PRALGEVER Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP 75 Livingston Ave. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-577-1818
MICHAEL A. SAFFER
Mandelbaum Barrett PC 3 Becker Farm Rd., Suite 105 Roseland, NJ 07068 973-243-7929
BRIAN M. SATZ Satz Law Group LLC 277 Fairfield Rd., Suite 212 Fairfield, NJ 07004 973-439-0300
THOMAS P. SCRIVO
O’Toole Scrivo LLC 14 Village Park Rd. Cedar Grove, NJ 07009 973-559-9900
JOSHUA A. ZIELINSKI
O’Toole Scrivo LLC 14 Village Park Rd. Cedar Grove, NJ 07009 973-559-9851
CIVIL LAW LITIGATION
BRIAN J. ALOIA
Aloia Law Firm LLC 2 Broad St., Suite 407 Bloomfield, NJ 07003 973-337-6626
BETH G. BALDINGER
Mazie Slater Katz & Freeman LLC
103 Eisenhower Pkwy., 2nd Floor Roseland, NJ 07068 973-228-9898
DANIEL D. BARNES CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2097
BRIAN N. BIGLIN
Duane Morris LLP 1 Riverfront Plaza 1037 Raymond Blvd., Suite 1800 Newark, NJ 07102 973-424-2015
ADAM M. EPSTEIN
Mazie Slater Katz & Freeman LLC 103 Eisenhower Pkwy., 2nd Floor Roseland, NJ 07068 973-228-9898
BRIGITTE M. GLADIS CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2166
STEPHEN R. LOEB
The Law Office of Stephen R. Loeb 3 Rosemont Dr. West Orange, NJ 07052 212-766-5268
DAVID A. MAZIE
Mazie Slater Katz & Freeman LLC
103 Eisenhower Pkwy., 2nd Floor Roseland, NJ 07068 973-228-9898
CHRISTOPHER R. PALDINO CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2084
JAY J. RICE
Nagel Rice LLP
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-618-0400
WILLIAM D. SANDERS
Post Polak
425 Eagle Rock Ave., Suite 200 Roseland, NJ 07068
973-228-9900
JOSEPH H. TRINGALI
Bendit Weinstock PA
80 Main St., Suite 260 West Orange, NJ 07052
973-736-9800
MAURO G. TUCCI, JR.
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2088
COMMERCIAL LITIGATION
SAMUEL CORNISH
Calcagni & Kanefsky LLP
1085 Raymond Blvd., 14th Floor Newark, NJ 07102
862-208-1810
ADAM K. DERMAN
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2027
PATRICK C. DUNICAN, JR.
Gibbons PC
1 Gateway Center Newark, NJ 07102 973 596 4745
DAVID M. FREEMAN
Mazie Slater Katz & Freeman LLC
103 Eisenhower Pkwy., 2nd Floor Roseland, NJ 07068 973-228-9898
JONATHAN L. GOLDSTEIN
Hellring Lindeman
Goldstein & Siegal LLP
1 Riverfront Plaza 1037 Raymond Blvd., Suite 300 Newark, NJ 07102 973-621-9020
ARTHUR D. GROSSMAN
Mandelbaum Barrett PC
3 Becker Farm Rd., Suite 105 Roseland, NJ 07068 973-243-7925
JOSEPH L. LINARES
Walsh Pizzi O’Reilly Falanga LLP
100 Mulberry St., 15th Floor Newark, NJ 07102 973-757-1025
CHARLES J. MESSINA
Genova Burns LLC 494 Broad St. Newark, NJ 07102
973-646-3278
ELISA M. PAGANO
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2169
A. ROSS PEARLSON
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2100
CONSTRUCTION
ADAM P. FRIEDMAN
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2029
BRIAN KANTAR
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2112
LISA LOMBARDO
Gibbons PC 1 Gateway Center Newark, NJ 07102 973-596-4481
ROSARIA A. SURIANO
Brach Eichler LLC
101 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-403-3129
CORPORATE COUNSEL
GLENN L. STEIN
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2164
ALAN N. WALTER
Alan N. Walter Counsel
32 S. Mountain Ave. Montclair, NJ 07042 973-937-8636
CORPORATE FINANCE MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS
JUNIE HAHN
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2069
EDWARD B. STEVENSON
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2173
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
THOMAS R. ASHLEY
Law Office of Thomas R. Ashley 50 Park Pl., Suite 1400 Newark, NJ 07102
973-623-0501
MATTHEW E. BECK
CSG Law 103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2024
THOMAS R. CALCAGNI
Calcagni & Kanefsky LLP 1085 Raymond Blvd., 14th Floor Newark, NJ 07102 862-397-1796
DAVID V. CALVIELLO
Calcagni & Kanefsky LLP 1085 Raymond Blvd., 14th Floor Newark, NJ 07102
862-235-1611
JEFFREY S. CHIESA
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2050
ANNE M. COLLART
Gibbons PC 1 Gateway Center Newark, NJ 07102 973-596-4737
DAMIAN P. CONFORTI
Mandelbaum Barrett PC
3 Becker Farm Rd., Suite 105
Roseland, NJ 07068
973-243-7996
DANIELLE M. CORCIONE
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2055
TIMOTHY M. DONOHUE
Arleo & Donohue LLC 622 Eagle Rock Ave. West Orange, NJ 07052
973-736-8660
FRANCIS M. GIANTOMASI
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2073
ANTHONY J. IACULLO
Iacullo, Martino & Reinitz
247 Franklin Ave., Suite 2 Nutley, NJ 07110
973-498-8787
ERIC T. KANEFSKY
Calcagni & Kanefsky LLP
1085 Raymond Blvd., 14th Floor Newark, NJ 07102
862-772-8149
CHRISTOPHER W. KINUM
Critchley Kinum & Luria LLC
75 Livingston Ave. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-422-9200
GREGORY SONAM MULLENS
Calcagni & Kanefsky LLP
1085 Raymond Blvd., 14th Floor Newark, NJ 07102
862-208-1888
MARY FRANCES PALISANO
Gibbons PC 1 Gateway Center Newark, NJ 07102
973-596-4553
JOSHUA H. REINITZ
Iacullo, Martino & Reinitz
247 Franklin Ave., Suite 2 Nutley, NJ 07110
973-498-8787
MICHAEL A ROBBINS
Law Offices of Michael A. Robbins 595 Eagle Rock Ave. West Orange, NJ 07052 973-242-2202
GWEN M. SCHOENFELD
Law Office of Gwen M. Schoenfeld LLC 147 Ridgewood Ave. Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
917-363-1888
ROBERT C. SCRIVO
Mandelbaum Barrett PC
3 Becker Farm Rd., Suite 105 Roseland, NJ 07068
973-243-7923
EDUCATION
ARLA D. CAHILL
Mandelbaum Barrett PC
3 Becker Farm Rd., Suite 105 Roseland, NJ 07068
973-243-7999
ELDER LAW
DENNIS E. GAGLIONE
Gaccione & Pomaco PC
1 Boland Dr., Ste 102 West Orange, NJ 07052 973-759-2807
YALE HAUPTMAN
Hauptman & Hauptman PC
354 Eisenhower Pkwy., Plaza 1 2nd Floor Livingston, NJ 07039 973-994-2287
LAURIE HAUPTMAN
Hauptman & Hauptman PC 354 Eisenhower Pkwy., Plaza 1 2nd Floor Livingston, NJ 07039 973-994-2287
RICHARD I. MILLER
Mandelbaum Barrett PC 3 Becker Farm Rd., Suite 105 Roseland, NJ 07068 973-243-7916
EMINENT DOMAIN
THOMAS J. TRAUTNER, JR.
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2079
FAMILY LAW
DAVID S. CARTON
Mandelbaum Barrett PC 3 Becker Farm Rd., Suite 105 Roseland, NJ 07068 973-243-7905
MELISSA CIPRIANO
Cipriano Law Offices PC 175 Fairfield Ave., Suite 4C/D West Caldwell, NJ 07006 973-852-3346
SCOTT D. DANAHER
Snyder Sarno D’Aniello
Maceri & da Costa LLC
425 Eagle Rock Ave., Suite 100 Roseland, NJ 07068 973-274-5200
LAURA GUINTA GENCARELLI
Snyder Sarno D’Aniello
Maceri & da Costa LLC 425 Eagle Rock Ave., Suite 100 Roseland, NJ 07068 973-274-5200
JUDITH A. HARTZ
Kozyra & Hartz LLC 354 Eisenhower Pkwy., Suite 2300 Livingston, NJ 07039 973-740-1550
STEVEN J. MARTINO
Iacullo, Martino & Reinitz 247 Franklin Ave., Suite 2 Nutley, NJ 07110 973-498-8787
GLENN P. MILGRAUM
Glenn Milgraum PC 59 Chestnut Ct. Cedar Grove, NJ 07009 973-812-8660
RHONDA J. PANKEN
Rhonda J Panken Esq. 515 Valley St., Suite 7 Maplewood, NJ 07040 973-419-6554
LISA P. PARKER
Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP 75 Livingston Ave. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-577-1786
ANDREW RHEIN
Manzi Epstein
Lomurro & DeCataldo LLC
546 Valley Rd., Suite 201 Montclair, NJ 07043
973-860-7211
ANGELO SARNO
Snyder Sarno D’Aniello
Maceri & da Costa LLC
425 Eagle Rock Ave., Suite 100 Roseland, NJ 07068 973-274-5200
GARY N. SKOLOFF
Skoloff & Wolfe PC
293 Eisenhower Pkwy., Suite 390 Livingston, NJ 07039 973-232-2982
MARK H. SOBEL
Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP 75 Livingston Ave. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-577-1780
TREMAIN L. STANLEY
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2386
SUSAN REACH WINTERS CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2023
MICHELLE A. WORTMANN
Snyder Sarno D’Aniello
Maceri & da Costa LLC
425 Eagle Rock Ave., Suite 100 Roseland, NJ 07068 973-274-5200
FRANK J. ZINNA
Piro Zinna Cifelli Paris & Genitempo LLC
360 Passaic Ave. Nutley, NJ 07110 973-542-2766
GENERAL PRACTICE
BARRY A. KOZYRA
Kozyra & Hartz LLC
354 Eisenhower Pkwy., Suite 2300 Livingston, NJ 07039 973-740-1550
GOVERNMENT AND ADMINISTRATIVE
GUILLERMO C. ARTILES McCarter & English LLP 100 Mulberry St. Newark, NJ 07102 973-849-4090
MARIELLEN DUGAN
Calcagni & Kanefsky LLP 1085 Raymond Blvd., 14th Floor Newark, NJ 07102 862-233-8319
PATRICK O’REILLY
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2093
HEALTH CARE LAW
NICOLE DIMARIA
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2111
ERIC D. KATZ
Mazie Slater Katz & Freeman LLC
103 Eisenhower Pkwy., 2nd Floor
Roseland, NJ 07068
973-228-9898
CAROLINE E. OKS Gibbons PC 1 Gateway Center Newark, NJ 07102
973-596-4575
IMMIGRATION LAW
CESAR MARTIN ESTELA
Law Offices of Cesar Martin Estela 24 Commerce St., Suite 1729 Newark, NJ 07102
973-733-4940
PATRICK W. MC GOVERN
Genova Burns LLC 494 Broad St. Newark, NJ 07102
973-535-7129
ANITA MIGNONE
Mignone Law Firm LLC
250 McWhorter St., 2nd Floor Newark, NJ 07105 973-494-5757
RUPAL PARIKH
Law Office of Rupal Parikh 33 Park St., Suite 2 Montclair, NJ 07042 973-577-6564
CINDY RAMJATTAN-PAUL Law Ofiices of Cindy Ramjattan-Paul PC
155 Franklin Ave., 2nd Floor Nutley, NJ 07110 973-542-0200
INSURANCE
DONALD S. DE DIO
Dwyer Connell & Lisbona LLP
100 Passaic Ave. Fairfield, NJ 07004
973-276-1800
ALBERT C. LISBONA
Dwyer Connell & Lisbona LLP 100 Passaic Ave. Fairfield, NJ 07004 973-276-1800
KEVIN J. MCGEE
Tango, Dickinson, Lorenzo, McDermott & McGee 75 Main St. Millburn, NJ 07041 973-467-8080
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
NEHA BHALANI
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2178
PETER E. NUSSBAUM
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2025
ABIGAIL J. REMORE
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2114
LIZA M. WALSH
Walsh Pizzi O’Reilly Falanga LLP
100 Mulberry St., 15th Floor Newark, NJ 07102 973-757-1101
KENNETH S. WEITZMAN
Weitzman Law Offices LLC
425 Eagle Rock Ave., Suite 401 Roseland, NJ 07068 973-403-9940
LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT
ROSEMARY ALITO
K&L Gates LLP
1 Newark Center 1085 Raymond Blvd. Newark, NJ 07102
973-848-4022
CHRISTINE A. AMALFE
Gibbons PC 1 Gateway Center Newark, NJ 07102
973-596-4829
GEORGE P. BARBATSULY
K&L Gates LLP
1 Newark Center 1085 Raymond Blvd. Newark, NJ 07102 973-848-4104
CAITLIN P. CASCINO Walsh Pizzi O’Reilly Falanga LLP
100 Mulberry St., 15th Floor Newark, NJ 07102
973-757-1024
LINDSAY A. DISCHLEY
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2110
BRIGETTE N. EAGAN
Genova Burns LLC
494 Broad St. Newark, NJ 07102
973-535-7114
KATHLEEN BARNETT EINHORN
Genova Burns LLC 494 Broad St. Newark, NJ 07102
973-535-7115
LISA FRIED-GRODIN
Fried-Grodin Employment Law LLC 277 Fairfield Rd., Suite 310A Fairfield, NJ 07004
973-441-4505
ILANA LEVIN
McCarter & English LLP 100 Mulberry St. Newark, NJ 07102 973-849-4289
DINA M. MASTELLONE
Genova Burns LLC 494 Broad St. Newark, NJ 07102 732-842-2732
LAUREN M. PAXTON
Calcagni & Kanefsky LLP 1085 Raymond Blvd., 14th Floor Newark, NJ 07102
862-233-8130
JENNIFER ROSELLE
Genova Burns LLC 494 Broad St. Newark, NJ 07102
973-646-3324
ALIX RUBIN
Alix Rubin Law LLC
695 Route 46 West, Suite 404 Fairfield, NJ 07004
973-787-8442
MELISSA A. SALIMBENE
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2092
KRISTIN D. SOSTOWSKI Gibbons PC 1 Gateway Center Newark, NJ 07102
973-596-4855
DAVID A. TANGO
Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP 1 Riverfront Plaza, Suite 800 Newark, NJ 07102
973-718-3947
CATHERINE P. WELLS
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2051
MARGARET O’ROURKE WOOD
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2063
LAND USE AND ENVIRONMENT
DIANA L. BUONGIORNO
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2075
ROBERT S. COSGROVE
Durkin & Durkin LLC
1120 Bloomfield Ave., Suite 204 West Caldwell, NJ 07006 973-276-8300
GORDON C. DUUS
Mandelbaum Barrett PC
3 Becker Farm Rd., Suite 105 Roseland, NJ 07068
973-243-7956
DOUGLAS I. EILENDER
Mandelbaum Barrett PC
3 Becker Farm Rd., Suite 105 Roseland, NJ 07068 973-243-7940
ADAM J. FAIELLA
Sills Cummis & Gross PC
1 Riverfront Plaza Newark, NJ 07102 973-643-5582
MERYL A.G. GONCHAR
Sills Cummis & Gross PC 1 Riverfront Plaza Newark, NJ 07102 609-227-4639
CAMILLE V. OTERO
Gibbons PC 1 Gateway Center Newark, NJ 07102
973-596-4509
JENNIFER M. PORTER
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2071
MATTHEW P. POSADA
Sills Cummis & Gross PC
1 Riverfront Plaza Newark, NJ 07102 973-643-2409
ANDREW B. ROBINS
Sills Cummis & Gross PC 1 Riverfront Plaza Newark, NJ 07102 973-643-5277
DENNIS M. TOFT
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2014
MEDICAL MALPRACTICE
DEFENSE
ROBERT T. EVERS
Marshall Dennehey PC
425 Eagle Rock Ave., Suite 302 Roseland, NJ 07068
973-618-4184
MICHAEL R. GRIFFITH
Mazie Slater Katz & Freeman LLC
103 Eisenhower Pkwy., 2nd Floor
Roseland, NJ 07068
973-228-9898
JUSTIN F. JOHNSON
Marshall Dennehey PC
425 Eagle Rock Ave., Suite 302
Roseland, NJ 07068
973-618-4185
MEDICAL MALPRACTICE PLAINTIFF
DANIEL R. BEVERE
Piro Zinna Cifelli
Paris & Genitempo LLC
360 Passaic Ave. Nutley, NJ 07110
973-542-2766
SUSAN CONNORS
Nagel Rice LLP
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-618-0400
DANIEL B. DEVINNEY
Snyder Sarno D’Aniello
Maceri & da Costa LLC
425 Eagle Rock Ave., Suite 100 Roseland, NJ 07068
973-274-5200
BRUCE H. NAGEL
Nagel Rice LLP
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-618-0400
DAVID M. PARIS
Piro Zinna Cifelli
Paris & Genitempo LLC
360 Passaic Ave. Nutley, NJ 07110
973-542-2766
NON-PROFIT ATTORNEYS
STEPHEN M. ANDINO
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2223
AVI D. KELIN
Genova Burns LLC 494 Broad St. Newark, NJ 07102 973-646-3267
PERSONAL INJURY
FRANK P. ARLEO Arleo & Donohue LLC 622 Eagle Rock Ave. West Orange, NJ 07052 973-736-8660
ANTHONY L. COVIELLO Law Office of Anthony L. Coviello LLC 307 Montgomery St. Bloomfield, NJ 07003 973-798-8328
GREG M. KOHN
Nagel Rice LLP
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-618-0400
STEWART M. LEVISS Berkowitz, Lichtstein, Kuritsky, Giasullo & Gross LLC
75 Livingston Ave. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-243-6024
ANDREW L. O’CONNOR Nagel Rice LLP
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-618-0400
MICHAEL J. PARAGANO Nagel Rice LLP 103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-618-0400
PRODUCT LIABILITY
DAVID M. ESTES
Mazie Slater Katz & Freeman LLC 103 Eisenhower Pkwy., 2nd Floor Roseland, NJ 07068 973-228-9898
CHRIS J. GEDDIS
Mazie Slater Katz & Freeman LLC
103 Eisenhower Pkwy., 2nd Floor Roseland, NJ 07068 973-228-9898
MATTHEW R. MENDELSOHN
Mazie Slater Katz & Freeman LLC
103 Eisenhower Pkwy., 2nd Floor Roseland, NJ 07068 973-228-9898
ADAM M. SLATER
Mazie Slater Katz & Freeman LLC
103 Eisenhower Pkwy., 2nd Floor Roseland, NJ 07068 973-228-9898
PROFESSIONAL MALPRACTICE NON-MEDICAL DEFENSE
RONALD L. ISRAEL CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2045
MARIE L. MATHEWS CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2099
MATTHEW P. O’MALLEY
Tompkins, McGuire, Wachenfeld & Barry LLP
3 Becker Farm Rd., 4th Floor Roseland, NJ 07068 973-623-7791
BRIAN G. STELLER
Connell Foley LLP 56 Livingston Ave. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-535-0500
REAL ESTATE
IVETTE P. ALVARADO
Sills Cummis & Gross PC 1 Riverfront Plaza Newark, NJ 07102 973-643-4283
MITCHELL S. BERKEY CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2085
FRANCIS J. GIANTOMASI
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2022
GEMMA M. GIANTOMASI
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2066
HARRISON G. HESS
Nitti & Nitti PC
145 Eagle Rock Ave. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-226-4141
CECILIA I. LASSITER
Sills Cummis & Gross PC
1 Riverfront Plaza Newark, NJ 07102 973-643-5590
BARRY R. MANDELBAUM
Mandelbaum Barrett PC
3 Becker Farm Rd., Suite 105 Roseland, NJ 07068 973-243-7920
SECURITIES LAW
CHRISTOPHER W. GEROLD
Lowenstein Sandler LLP
1 Lowenstein Dr. Roseland, NJ 07068
862-926-2767
TAX LAW
JOHN L. BERGER
Lowenstein Sandler LLP
1 Lowenstein Dr. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-597-2314
CHERI DI LASCIO
Randall & Stein PA
70 S. Orange Ave., Suite 100 Livingston, NJ 07039
973-994-4710
HEIDI I. HANSEN CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2056
SAM STEIN
Randall & Stein PA
70 S. Orange Ave., Suite 100 Livingston, NJ 07039 973-994-4710
TECHNOLOGY VIRTUAL
RHONDA CARNIOL
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2101
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CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068 973-530-2026
TRAFFIC LAW
JOSEPH DONATIELLO
Law Office of Joseph Donatiello 405 Centre St. Nutley, NJ 07110 908-693-9201
WILLS TRUSTS AND ESTATES
JACK P. BARON
Lum, Drasco & Positan LLC
103 Eisenhower Pkwy., Suite 401 Roseland, NJ 07068
973-403-9000
GREGORY C. EIN
Connell Foley LLP
56 Livingston Ave. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-535-0500
ROXANNA E. HAMMETT
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2039
STEVEN A. LOEB
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2018
CHRISTOPHER G. ROHDE
Rohde Law Group LLC 13 Smull Ave. Caldwell, NJ 07006
973-228-4300
DAVID L. SCHLOSSBERG
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2010
MICHELLE BERGERON SPELL
CSG Law
103 Eisenhower Pkwy. Roseland, NJ 07068
973-530-2177
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
JOSEPH K. COBUZIO
Tompkins, McGuire, Wachenfeld & Barry LLP
3 Becker Farm Rd., 4th Floor Roseland, NJ 07068 973-623-7560
FRANK DIMARZIO
Livingston Dimarzio Brown LLP
661 Franklin Ave. Nutley, NJ 07110 973-718-5173
ANDREW F. GARRUTO
Garruto & Calabria LLC 609 Franklin Ave. Nutley, NJ 07110 973-661-4455
RICHARD B. RUBENSTEIN
Rubenstein Berliner & Shinrod LLC 70 S. Orange Ave., Suite 205 Livingston, NJ 07039 973-520-5553
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GOING THROUGH A DIVORCE CAN BE A NIGHTMARE, PARTICULARLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE AN EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY to navigate you around the pitfalls that are inherent in all contested divorce and family law matters. You must have an attorney that you trust to have your back in the process and to get you through it without breaking the bank.
Joseph Nitti, Esq has been practicing law for over 35 years and is well versed in all family law matters and related areas of law that could impact issues in the divorce case, such as real estate, estate, and injury claims. Mr. Nitti has been featured in New Jersey Monthly Magazine’s “Super Lawyers” for many years. He not only litigates divorce cases in all counties, but he has also been certified as a Family Law Mediator by the Superior Court of New Jersey and is often sought out by his peers to assist in finding a solution to resolve a case. Mr. Nitti is practical and to the point, to bring closure to a difficult problem for his clients as soon as possible.
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SARNO DA COSTA D’ANIELLO MACERI LLC (SDDM) is a NJ legal powerhouse in the areas of family law, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Angelo Sarno, owner and managing partner of the firm, leads the firm’s four offices in Bergen, Essex, Morris, and Somerset County. Since its inception in 2009, the firm has grown to 27 attorneys, serving clients throughout NJ.
SDDM is committed to providing strong legal representation and unparalleled personal attention to each client. The firm was built on a simple foundation – delivering client-focused representation with the primary objective of achieving the best possible results. SDDM’s client-first focus guides everything the firm does, from the first meeting, until the case is resolved. The attorneys provide options for resolution, manage complex legal matters, and address sensitive disputes with compassion and respect. The firm attributes much of its success to passionately providing direct access to its clients, as well as utilizing cutting-edge strategies while drawing on depths of experience. The attorneys and staff form a collaborative team delivering high-quality outcomes on complex and often extremely sensitive issues.
Angelo leads the firm’s family law department and ensures each client is met with strong personalized legal counsel to help them navigate through some of life’s most difficult situations. Paul da Costa heads up the medical malpractice and personal injury department. He and his team have earned millions of dollars in awards and settlements for victims.
KOZYRA & HARTZ, LLC
354 Eisenhower Parkway, Plaza I, Suite 2300, Livingston, NJ 07039 | 973.740.1550 | www.kozyrahartz.com
KOZYRA & HARTZ, LLC PROVIDES INNOVATIVE AND PRACTICAL ANSWERS TO CLIENT LEGAL ISSUES. Founding members, Barry A. Kozyra and Judith A. Hartz, have maintained a longstanding relationship, first meeting at a firm where she worked for him as a law clerk. Their mutual approach to the law blends proactive advice and relentless advocacy to achieve their clients’ goals. Both attorneys have been named as a “Super Lawyer” in the Super Lawyers Magazine.** As strong proponents of the highest level of service, they encourage all members of the firm to maintain skills through ongoing training to stay knowledgeable on trends, professional development and the latest Technologies.
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Getting three squares a day has never been easier—Morris and Essex counties are home to a selection of restaurants diverse enough to satisfy all of your cravings.
BELLEVILLE
Solar Do Minho
15 Cleveland St. 973.844.0500 solardominho belleville.com
Topaz Thai 137 Washington Ave. 973.759.7425 topazthainj.com
BLOOMFIELD
Bella Napoli 1640 Broad St. 973.338.8500 bellanapolinj.com
Binh Duong 61 Belleville Ave. 973.680.8440
Bloomfield Steak & Seafood House 409 Franklin St. 973.680.4500 eatbeefgethooked.com
Stamna 1055 Broad St. 973.338.5151 stamnataverna.com
BOONTON
Boonton Sushi House 701 Main St. 973.394.8811 sushiboonton.com
Roma Pizzeria 709 Main St. 973.335.1614 romapizzaofboonton.com
Thai Ping 811 Main Ave. 973.335.9541 thaiping.com
CALDWELL
Forte
182 Bloomfield Ave. 973.403.9411 fortepizzeria.com
Hokkaido Noodle & Roll
405 Bloomfield Ave. 862.702.3817 hokkaidoroll.com
CEDAR KNOLLS
Mintea Sushi 99 Ridgedale Ave. 973.889.1188 minteanj.com
CHATHAM
Restaurant Serenade 6 Roosevelt Ave. 973.701.0303 restaurantserenade.com
Scalini Fedeli 63 Main St. 973.701.9200 scalinifedeli.com
CHESTER
Redwoods Grill & Bar 459 Main St. 908.879.7909 redwoodsgrillandbar.com
DENVILLE
The Pasta Shop 13 First Ave. 973.253.4143 thepastashopdenville.com
DOVER
The Quiet Man 64 E. McFarlan St. 973.366.6333 quietmanpub.com
EAST HANOVER
Don Jose
200 Rte. 10 W. #7 973.781.0155 donjosemexican.com
Mr. Chu
44 Rte. 10 W. 973.887.7555
Penang
200 Rte. 10 W. #8 973.887.6989 penangcuisine.com
FAIRFIELD
Jose Tejas 647 Rte. 46 W. 973.808.8201 bordercafe.com
HANOVER
Seasons 52 1402 Rte. 10 862.242.2750 seasons52.com
KINNELON
Cypress Tavern 174 Kinnelon Rd. 973.492.2700 cypresstavernnj.com
House Of Thai 1483 Rte. 23 # 6 973.750.1600
San Giorgio’s Italian Bistro 86 Boonton Ave. #86 973.492.5305
Smoke Rise
Village Inn 9 Perimeter Rd. 973.838.7770 smokerisevillageinn.com
LAKE HOPATCONG
LEDGEWOOD
Ichiban Sushi 1034 Rte. 46 973.252.0900 ichibanroxbury.com
Loving Hut
538 Rte. 10 973.598.9888 lovinghut.us/ledgewood
LINCOLN PARK
202 Italian Bistro 177 Main St. 973.709.0093 202bistro.com
Anthony Francos 60 Beaverbrook Rd. 973.696.0708 anthonyfrancospizza.com
Sunset Pub & Grill 425 Beaverbrook Rd. 973.694.8700 sunsetpubandgrill.com
LIVINGSTON
Lithos 405 Eisenhower Pkwy. 973.758.1111 lithosgreekrestaurant.com
Sweet Basil’s Cafe 498 S. Livingston Ave. 973.994.3600 sweetbasilscafe.com
LONG VALLEY
Stone Water at 3 Peaks Marina 125 Rte. 181 973.810.3858 stonewaternj.com The Windlass 45 Nolans Pt. Park Rd. 973.663.3190 thewindlass.com
Chesapeake Tavern 1 W. Mill Rd. 908.867.7102 chesapeaketavernnj.com
Long Valley Pub & Brewery 1 Fairmount Rd. 908.876.1122 restaurantvillage atlongvalley.com
MADISON
Begum Palace 300 Main St. 973.660.9100 begumindiancuisine.com
Il Mondo Vecchio
72 Main St. 973.301.0024 ilmondovecchio.com
MAPLEWOOD
Coda Kitchen & Bar 177 Maplewood Ave. 973.327.2247 codakitchenandbar.com
St. James’s Gate Publick House 167 Maplewood Ave. 973.378.2222 stjamesgatepublick house.com
The Black Horse Tavern
1 W. Main St. 973.543.7300 blackhorsenj.com
Dante’s Ristorante 100 E. Main St. 973.543.5401 dantesnj.com
Piattino
88 E. Main St. 973.543.0025 piattinonj.com
MILLBURN
Basilico
324 Millburn Ave. 973.379.7020 basilicomillburn.com
Café Monet
309 Millburn Ave. 973.376.8555 cafemonet.info
Cara Mia
194 Essex St. 973.379.8989 caramiamillburn.com
Moonshine
55 Main St. 973.218.6042 moonshinesupperclub. com
MINE HILL
Cinders Wood Fire Grill
319 Rte. 46 973.928.7000 cinderswoodfiregrill.com
MONTCLAIR
Egan & Sons
118 Walnut St. 973.744.1413 egannsons.com
Gioia Mia 331 Bloomfield Ave. 973.233.0350 fascinorestaurant.com
Faubourg Restaurant and Bar 544 Bloomfield Ave. 973.542.7700 faubourgmontclair.com
Halcyon 114 Walnut St. 973.744.4450 halcyonbrasserie.com
Mesob 515 Bloomfield Ave. 973.655.9000 mesobrestaurant.com
Raymond’s 28 Church St. 973.744.9263 raymondsnj.com
Samba Montclair 7 Park St. 973.744.6764 montclairsamba.com
Toast 700 Bloomfield Ave. 973.509.8099 toastmontclair.com
Zeugma Grill 44 S. Park St. 973.744.0074 zeugmagrill.com
MONTVILLE
Columbia Inn 29 Rte. 202 973.263.1300 thecolumbiainn.com
Locanda Vecchia 167 Rte. 202 973.541.1234 locandavecchia.com
MORRIS PLAINS
Bollywood Grill 1729 Rte. 10 E. 973.998.6303 bollywoodgrill.net
Tabor Road Tavern 510 Tabor Rd. 973.267.7004 taborroadtavern.com
Tommy’s Tavern & Tap 1900 Rte. 10 973.998.6429 tommystavernandtap.com
Up Thai 981 Tabor Rd. 973.998.8536 upthainj.com
MORRISTOWN
End of Elm
140 Morris St. 973.998.4534 endofelm.com
Fig & Lily Garden
2 Cattano Ave. 973.539.3999 figandlilygarden.com
Jockey Hollow Bar & Kitchen
110 South St. 973.644.3180 jockeyhollowbarandkitchen.com
Malay
147 Morris St. 973.538.3322 malaymorristown.com
Marjan Fine Persian Grill
84 Speedwell Ave. 973.889.8884 marjanpersiangrill.com
Revolution 9 South St. 973.455.0033 revolutionmorristown.com
Roots Steakhouse
40 W. Park Pl. 973.326.1800 rootssteakhouse.com
1776 By David Burke
67 E. Park Pl. 973.829.1776 1776bydb.com
South+Pine
90 South St. 862.260.9700 southandpine.com
NEWARK
Adega Grill
130 Ferry St. 973.589.8830 adegagrill.com
Casa Vasca
141 Elm St. 973.465.1350 casavasca.net
Don Pepe 844 McCarter Hwy. 973.623.4662 dopeperestaurant.com
Fornos of Spain 47 Ferry St. 973.589.4767 fornosrestaurant.com
Mompou Tapas Bar & Restaurant 77 Ferry St. 973.578.8114 mompoutapas.com
Seabra’s Marisqueira 87 Madison St. 973.465.1250 seabrasmarisqueira.com
Sol-Mar Restaurant
267 Ferry St. 973.344.3041 solmar-restaurant.com
NUTLEY
Meal
433 Kingsland St. 973.542.8522 mealnj.com
Queen Margherita
246 Washington Ave. 973.662.0007 queenmargherita.us
ORANGE
Bella Italia 535 Central Ave. 973.676.4300 bellaitaliarestaurantnj.com
Hat City Kitchen 459 Valley St. 862.704.6248 hatcitynj.com
PARSIPPANY
Capital Grille
10 Dryden Way 973.889.8622 thecapitalgrille.com
Chand Palace
257 Littleton Rd. 973.334.5444 parsippany.chand palace.com
Eccola 1082 Rte. 46 973.334.8211 eccolarestaurant.com
Mompou Tapas Bar & Restaurant, Newark
Gourmet Cafe
136 Baldwin Rd. 973.316.0088 gourmetcafenj.com
Marakesh Restaurant
321 Rte. 46 973.808.0062 marakesh.com
Ruth’s Chris Steak House 1 Hilton Ct. 973.889.1400 ruthschris.com
Shan Shan Noodles 333 Rte. 46 973.287.7399 shanshannoodles.com
Bardi’s Bar & Grill
149 Newark Pompton Tpke. 973.694.1058 bardisgrill.com
Rivaaz Gastro Bar & Indian Restaurant
23 Rte. 23 973.686.6040 rivaaz23.com
PINE BROOK
Bonefish Grill
28 Rte. 46
973.227.2443 bonefishgrill.com
China Pavilion
263 Changebridge Rd. 973.227.1006
Don Pepe Steakhouse 58 Rte. 46 W. 973.808.5533 donpepesteakhouse.com
POMPTON PLAINS
Stefano’s Restaurant
565 Rte. 23 973.616.6624 stefanosrestaurant.net
Tavern 5
710 Newark Pompton Tpke. 973.835.1426 tavern5.com
V&J Pizza
500 Rte. 23 973.839.9757 vandjpizza.com
RANDOLPH
Black River Barn 1178 Rte. 10 W. 973.598.9988 blackriverbarn.com
Kabab Paradise 124 Rte. 10 973.453.0202 kababparadise.com
La Strada Ristorante 1105 Rte. 10 E. 973.584.4607 lastradarestaurantrandolph.com
Noches de Colombia 140 Rte. 10 973.620.9135 nochesdecolombiarandolph.com
Randolph Diner Bar & Grill 517 Rte. 10 973.328.2400 therandolphdiner.com
Rosie’s Trattoria 1181 Sussex Tpke. 973.895.3434 rosiestrattoria.com
The Corner Bistro 477 Rte. 10 862.251.7274 thecornerbistro.com
Verona Restaurant 1171 Sussex Tpke. 973.895.8888 veronarestaurant.com
RIVERDALE
Coney Island Pizza 40 Hamburg Tpke. 973.476.9223 coneyislandwoodfired pizza.com
ROCKAWAY Brick 46 68 Rte. 46 973.625.4900 brick46.com
Caffè Navona 147 Rte. 46 W. 973.627.1606 caffenavona.com
Thai Nam Phet 296 Rte. 46 973.627.8400 thainamphet.com
The Exchange 160 E. Main St. 973.627.8488 exchangefood.com
SHORT HILLS
Benihana 840 Morris Tpke. 973.467.9550 benihana.com
Boccone South 519 Millburn Ave. 973.378.9222 bocconeristorante.com
The Dining Room 41 JFK Pkwy. 973.912.4756
Enzzo’s Trattoria 514 Millburn Ave. 973.379.7111 enzzos.com
Legal Sea Foods 1200 Morris Tpke. 973.467.0089 legalseafoods.com
SOUTH ORANGE
Ariyoshi 56 South Orange Ave. 973.378.8818 ariyoshijapanese.com
Walia
11 Village Plz. 973.762.2186 waliarestaurant.com
TOWACO
900 Degrees 626 Main Rd. 973.335.2555 900degreespizza.com
Rails Steakhouse 10 Whitehall Rd. 973.335.0006 railssteakhouse.com
UPPER
MONTCLAIR
Daikichi 608 Valley Rd. 973.744.2954 daikichimontclair.net
De Novo
European Pub 275 Bellevue Ave. 973.893.5008 denovoeuropeanpub. com
Turtle + The Wolf 622 Valley Rd. 973.783.9800 turtleandthewolf.com
The Corner Bistro, Randolph
WEST ORANGE
Chit Chat Diner 410 Eagle Rock Ave. 973.736.1989 chitchatdiner.com
Highlawn Pavilion 1 Crest Dr. 973.731.3463 highlawn.com
Kim’s Sushi 456 Eagle Rock Ave. 973.669.2800 kimssushinj.com
The Manor Restaurant 111 Prospect Ave. 973.731.2360 themanorrestaurant.com
McLoone’s Boathouse 9 Cherry Ln. 862.252.7108 mcloonesboathouse.com
Nicholas Anthony’s Family Kitchen 450 Main St. 862.520.1252 nicholasanthonys.com
SuzyQue’s BBQ and Bar 34 S. Valley Rd. 973.736.7888
WHARTON 4 Seasons 322 S. Main St. 862.244.9777 4seasonswharton.com
Theodora’s Family Restaurant 336 S. Main St. 973.989.8363 theodorasrestaurant pizza.com
WHIPPANY
The Auld Shebeen Pub 1401 Rte. 10 E. 973.583.8811
Il Capriccio 633 Rte. 10 E. 973.884.9175 ilcapriccio.com
Trattoria Toscana 554 Rte. 10 973.386.0303 trattoriatoscanawhippany.com
Rockaway’s Hanami provides a fun food experience for sushi-loving friends, and that’s what counts.
My foodie friends and I have tried our share of Japanese restaurants claiming to serve “the best sushi in New Jersey.” We’ve sampled the rolls made by past winners of the annual MORRIS & ESSEX Readers’ Choice contest as well—and found the accolades to be deserved.
We weren’t necessarily seeking the next so-called “best” eatery when a colleague and I recently decided to act on a shared hunger for sushi. We did find, however, one of Rockaway’s newest spots for Asian fare. Hanami Sushi & Asian Cuisine recently took over a storefront formerly occupied by a longtime Indian restaurant, and it offers Japanese-American standards such as chicken teriyaki and shrimp tempura and Chinese food entrées like General Tso’s chicken and beef with broccoli. For those who like to eat from big bowls, varied soups, ramen noodles and poke bowls are also on the menu.
After we were politely ushered to our table in the spacious dining room, our server provided us three leaflets: one regular menu and two checklists for Hanami’s specialty option—all-you-caneat (AYCE) sushi. We flipped through the regular menu, from which we’d heard (and observed) that Hanami does a good takeout business, and briefly considered trying the Chinese food dishes, but our hunger for sushi turned into a hankering. That’s because the dozen or so other parties in the dining area were participating in the sushi buffet, and the sight of those playful, finely crafted rolls made up our minds.
It had been at least a decade since I’d last done AYCE sushi, so I needed a quick refresher. The AYCE menus feature all available items, from soups and salads to hot and cold appetizers to sashimi and sushi. You simply write the quantity desired for each and submit the order. A bowl of miso soup? You got it. Two California rolls? Sure. Five pieces of fish katsu? Coming right up! The process repeats until you tap out. Looking at the menu, I immediately got wide-eyed and activated “I want everything on the menu” mode. For our first round, we had four traditional apps: vegetable tempura, shrimp shumai, barbecued octopus and seaweed salad. The first plate out was the tempura—and eater, beware: Each bite into a
fried piece opens a pocket full of steam and a piping veggie (in this case, it was broccoli, onion and sweet potato). Though none were oversaturated with oil, the thick breading masked the flavor of the vegetable. The shumai was also fried and just as steamy but had perfect flavor. Unfortunately, the octopus was a tad overcooked and too chewy for our tastes, but the wonderfully sweet-and-savory seaweed salad made up for the shortfall.
Our first round also included five massive pieces of fish katsu as well as three house special rolls: spider, rainbow and yummy. My chopsticks went right for the katsu when it came to the table, grabbing piece after piece of the well-breaded and fried red snapper. Each had the ideal crunch of katsu, and a mild fish taste that was so good that I barely touched the accompanying tonkatsu sauce. As I enjoyed the katsu, I also simultaneously worked on the sushi with my friend. Thanks in part to the drizzle of sauces, the sushi had plenty of flavor, particularly the soft-shell crab of the spider roll. Some of the pieces, however, fell apart rather easily, a flaw that can occur when ingredients aren’t physically balanced for support. When one is rushing to assemble roll after roll for a buffet, hiccups will happen.
My friend was ready to call it quits after the first round, so she finished the night off with two miniature fried vegetable rolls. Thinking I had room left in my belly, I ordered a specialty Hanami roll that was piled with tuna, salmon, yellowtail and avocado and a couple of pieces of tamago (egg custard), my usual sushi signoff dish. How’d we know we were done? I started sneezing, comically and uncontrollably, a physiological reflex that’s my telltale sign to throw in the towel.
Though we didn’t have the stomach space to share a dessert, we shared plenty of laughs at my expense. And that was just fine, because Hanami’s dining experience is as much about fun with good company as it is about the food.
—Darius Amosby Darius Amos
LIVINGSTON FAMILY ORTHODONTICS
201 S. Livingston Ave., Suite 2B, Livingston, NJ 07039 973.758.8926 | www.LivingstonFamilyOrthodontics.com
DR. GI GI PARALKAR BELIEVES THAT CHILDREN, TEENS, AND ADULTS deserve a highly personalized, one-on-one approach to beautifully straight smiles. Her practice, Livingston Family Orthodontics, is a boutique specialty practice offering the latest in braces and Invisalign for all ages.
Our personalized approach to orthodontics sets us apart. We make every effort to get to know our patients and their concerns to give them the smile they’ve always wanted. Unlike corporate orthodontic practices, Dr. Gi Gi crafts every smile herself through one-on-one care. She prides herself on providing a positive experience on the way to achieving a beautiful smile.
Dr. Gi Gi graduated from Columbia University at the top of her class, and completed her orthodontic training at Rutgers University as chief resident. She is a member of several esteemed dental associations and has proudly served as past president of the Livingston Rotary Club.
184 Centre St., Nutley, NJ 07110 • 973.798.2639
131 Columbia Turnpike, # 2c, Florham Park, NJ 07932 • 973.377.3131 • www.Mkperionj.com
DR. MARK KHAIMOV’S MISSION AS A BOARD-CERTIFIED PERIODONTIST is to rejuvenate his patients’ smiles giving them confidence, and returning them to the quality of life they desire. State-of-the-art techniques Dr. Khaimov uses for treating tooth loss and periodontal diseases include dental implants, laser therapy, Teeth-in-a-day (also known as All-on-4), Pinhole Surgical Technique, and Piezosurgery. As a certified LANAP clinician to treat gum disease he also performs laser treatments on failing implants (LAPIP), as well as other types of gum surgery, to address conditions. All procedures are performed in offices designed to provide the most comfortable, compassionate atmosphere possible.
MK Periodontics & Implant Dentistry stands out for even more reasons. Dr. Khaimov treats patients of all ages in boutique-like offices where each
person is treated with the necessary time and patience to fully explain procedures. He believes in working with patients within their budgets for the work that needs to be done. Dr. Khaimov’s multi-lingual staff can also easily communicate with patients in Russian and Spanish.
He holds a certificate in Periodontics from UMDNJ (now Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, RSDM) after completing a three-year specialty training in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry. He is a former clinical assistant professor in the Department of Periodontics at RSDM. A strong proponent of continuing education, he believes in staying on top of the latest technology to benefit patients and to distinguish oneself professionally.
CAGGIANO ORTHODONTICS
272 Parsippany Rd., Parsippany, NJ 07054 | 973.887.8780 | www.MorrisCountyBraces.com
DR. DAVID CAGGIANO COMBINES HIS BACKGROUND IN BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING WITH HIS EXTENSIVE TRAINING IN DENTISTRY to create innovative solutions for the toughest of orthodontic situations. “Engineering each smile is a unique process with many options,” he says.
As the Author of A Parent’s Guide to Understanding Orthodontics: How to Confidently Choose the Best Orthodontist for your Family and Perfectly Clear: Everything You Need to Know About Invisalign, Dr. Caggiano understands the importance of feeling confident that you are getting the best treatment possible to help create your perfect smile.
Staying at the forefront of orthodontic technology is how Dr. Caggiano keeps his promise to offer his patients the most effective orthodontic solutions. He was one of the first orthodontists in New Jersey to use digital impression scanners and 3D printers, allowing for impression free treatment. Dr. Caggiano provides treatment using the latest techniques,
including self-ligating braces, Indirect Bonding and accelerated Invisalign, just to name a few.
“Your smile is the first thing people notice about you, and patients are always complementing us on how thorough our exam process is,” he says. Nominated for many accolades, Dr. Caggino is one of the area’s leading orthodontists. The practice receives rave reviews for its Caggiano Smile Assessment, which includes a complimentary exam, digital x-rays and consultation for new patients. Dr. Caggiano takes pride in delivering quality orthodontic treatment with great customer service, that’s why he is confident and has trade-marked, “You’ll Love the Way We Make You Smile!”
DENVILLE DENTAL STUDIO
3125 Rte. 10E, Suite 1B, Denville, NJ 07834 • 973.328.7199 • www.denvilledentalstudio.com
FROM AN EARLY AGE, DR. NATALIA ARTIMOVA BECAME IMMERSED IN DENTISTRY prompting her important decision to become a dentist. After graduating dental school at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and working in a practice for 18 years, Dr. Artimova took the next big step in her career by putting her own distinguishing mark on a practice she took over just six months ago.
Her family and cosmetic practice is warm and personable; true to its motto “Smile! You Are In Good Hands,” where she offers comprehensive dental solutions including general, restorative, cosmetic, dental implants, Invisalign and full mouth rehabilitation. Dr. Artimova’s passion for delivering exceptional dental care to patients of all ages and commitment to progress in the field of dentistry is evident in every corner of her practice.
Dr. Artimova is dedicated to growing and expanding her new practice so that friends and neighbors in the surrounding communities can also benefit from her gentle demeanor, advanced treatment philosophies and state-of-the-art techniques.
FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY OF RANDOLPH
390 State Rt. 10, Randolph, NJ 07869 973.361.1198 • www.dentistryofrandolph.com
DRS. ANTHONY FUSCO AND JOSEPH CARAVANO practice a full scope of general and cosmetic dentistry. With an on-site dental technician, their office provides quick turn-around time on their patients’ dental needs. These skills and conveniences combined with treating patients like family have made this practice a Top Dentist choice.
Drs. Fusco and Caravano, are both graduates of UMDNJ and are members of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and New Jersey Dental Association. They are involved locally with the Tri-County Dental Society. Their office offers family scheduling, and evening and weekend hours for added convenience.
Whether you’re looking for classic cars, butterflies or fireworks, you’ll never run out of things to do in our counties.
Heritage Collective County hosts their JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL in Morristown. Enjoy a celebration culture and history with speakers, great music local vendors. The festivities noon and take place at and Morristown Green. sankofamorris.org for more information.
JUNE 18–22
The popular FIREMEN’S CARNIVAL to Denville! yearly four-day event is always anticipated everything from games to the famous seafood tent and garden. For more information, keep downtowndenville.com.
JUNE 19
Enjoy a light and laser show, video animations, special effects and great music during THE AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD SHOW at Mayo Performing Arts Center. The show has been running for three decades and replicates the Pink Floyd experience. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. Info: mayoarts.com.
JUNE 22
Rev your engine and head over to Randolph, where you can enjoy a day of classic rides, music and prizes at the VETERANS PARK CAR SHOW Trophies will be awarded to first and second place in several categories such as Best Muscle Car, Import and People’s Choice. The fun starts at 10 a.m. and runs until 3 p.m. For more information, see randolphnj.org.
your sneakers for the annual WALK SONJ Flanders, a fundraiser that benefits Special New Jersey. Taking place at Flanders Park, encourages participants to take the quarteras many times as they’d like, at their own raise money for Special Olympics. All who will receive a T-shirt. For registration and support.sonj.org.
family-friendly exhibits activities at THE NEWARK MUSEUM OF ART’S FAMILY SUNDAY From 1 to 4 p.m., can stop by a beaded jewelry craft time and create treasure to take home. The is free with a general admission ticket. For ticket prices and more information, see newarkmuseumart.org.
JUNE 30
Film and pop culture icon Kevin Smith returns to his home state for AN AFTERNOON WITH KEVIN SMITH: JERSEY SURE at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark. Smith will talk through his most memorable movies and moments, and discuss the way the Garden State has provided inspiration every step of the way. The show starts at 3 p.m. For ticket prices and more, head over to njpac.org.
Hall of Famer guitarist for Blues, and time Grammy combine their an unforgettable evening. The begins at p.m.; for more information, mayoarts.org.
*Editor’s note: events are subject to cancellations or changes. Attendees are encouraged to confirm with event venues and organizers.
1. MAYO PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Led by ArtPride NJ, last week, Mayo Performing Arts Center staff joined arts advocates from around the state for Arts Advocacy Day in our nation’s capital. Staff met with elected officials to garner continued funding and support for the arts.
2-3. RIGHT AT HOME
Owned by mother and daughter team Melodie Toby and Maeghan Scott, Right at Home of Essex County celebrates 20 years of business in West Orange and honors longest standing caregivers. The agency provides in-home care to seniors and adults.
4. MORRIS HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Morris Habitat for Humanity held its Hearts & Hammers gala at the Mansion at Mountain Lakes. Attendees celebrated the organization’s honorees while raising funds for Habitat’s mission of building homes for the community and residents in need.
5. ESSEX COUNTY CARES
The Essex County Executive’s Office and Essex County Cares continues its partnership to support community organizations such as American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, the Arc of Essex County and Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, among others.
6. NORTH TO SHORE
Details of the annual North to Shore Festival, a three-day music event happening in Asbury Park, Atlantic City and Newark, were announced at the Stone Pony. Pictured: Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka, Asbury Park Mayor Moore, Jarod Clemons, Gov. Murphy, Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr., Shané Harris, Richard Parkinson, John Schreiber
7. CHATHAM LIBRARY
Susan and Jay Allen, long-time Chatham borough residents who now reside in Chatham Township, made a generous gift of $125,000. Funding will go toward to the Library of the Chathams’s construction project known as A Space for Everyone.
“I took this photo last summer of my daughter, Zoë, jumping off a tree with her bag of coins to make wishes on the fairy trail at West Orange’s South Mountain Reservation. I love a kid-friendly trail and a jumping picture: They always get me excited for summer months and kid-mom adventures!”
—Dana D’Alessandro,Lyndhurst
