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Hill Wallack Family Law Attorney Megha R. Thakkar to Speak at MCBA Seminar

22 Oct 2019

Relocation Risk Assessment Models

Megha R. Thakkar will be among the panelists.

Tuesday, October 22, 2019 | 8:00 a.m.
Middlesex County Bar Association | 87 Bayard Street | New Brunswick, NJ

The seminar will focus on the history of relocation applications in New Jersey; arguing for and against relocation applications in the wake of Bisbing; use of experts in relocation applications; and Austin's Relocation Risk Model factors.

About the Speaker:

Megha R. Thakkar is Counsel in the Princeton, New Jersey office of Hill Wallack LLP, where she is a member of the firm’s Family Law practice group.

Megha represents clients in all aspects of matrimonial and family law, including divorce litigation, mediation, and arbitration, custody and parenting time issues, alimony and child support disputes, post-judgment applications, marital settlement agreements, prenuptial agreements, and domestic violence litigation. She also handles complex issues of equitable distribution including distribution of businesses, stock options, and restricted stock units. She has successfully handled contested matters from inception to trial. Additionally, she has successfully handled family law matters in the Appellate Division.

Megha is a qualified mediator in family law matters pursuant to R. 1:40 and has been appointed as a mediator by the Court to assist parties in reaching amicable resolutions. She also serves as a Matrimonial Early Settlement Panelist in Middlesex and Somerset Counties.

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Hill Wallack Partner George C. Greatrex, Jr. to Speak at NJICLE Seminar

16 Oct 2019

Hot Topics in Residential Real Estate 2019

The law governing residential real estate transactions continues to evolve. Each year, new challenges emerge that you need to know how to handle. Whether you are a general practitioner or limit your practice to real estate matters, attending this practical annual seminar will bring you up-to-speed on some of the current situations dealt with in a residential real estate practice. Gain an understanding of these issues in the real estate deals you many handle.

Partner George C. Greatrex will be speaking on Legal Issues Concerning Short-term Rentals.

Wednesday, October 16, 2019
9:00 am - 3:30 pm

New Jersey Law Center
One Constitution Square
New Brunswick, NJ

For more program and CLE credit information, click here.

About the speaker:

Spanning the past 30 years, George has devoted a large and growing portion of his practice to the burgeoning area of community association law in New Jersey, representing all forms of common interest communities, including condominiums, townhomes, and single family detached homes. He is a member of the Community Associations Institute (CAI), is the current Chair of the CAI Legislative Action Committee – NJ, and is a frequent lecturer to board members, property managers and lawyers on the issues facing community associations in New Jersey. George earned his Juris Doctor degree from Temple University School of Law in Philadelphia and his B.A. from Rutgers College in New Brunswick, New Jersey. He is admitted to practice law in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, the U.S. District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania, the U.S. District Court District of New Jersey, and the U.S. Court of Appeals 3rd Circuit.

Hill Wallack Attorney Cassi G. Martin Authors Workers' Compensation Article in The Legal Intelligencer

13 Oct 2019

Article: Both Sides of the DebateBoth Sides of the Debate on EDI Transactions in Workers’ Comp Claims on EDI Transactions in Workers’ Comp Claims

WCAIS rolled out in phases and, beginning in 2013, increasingly required claims professionals to process claims information electronically rather than by submission of paper forms. Before WCAIS, in order to accept or deny a claim, claims professionals completed a paper form, served it and filed it with the bureau. Click here to read the full article, authored by Cassi G. Martin.

Hill Wallack LLP Community Associations Partner Ronald L. Perl Article Published in Community Assets Magazine

07 Oct 2019

Click here to read the full article by Ronald L. Perl, Esq., CCAL in the September/October 2019 edition.

Hill Wallack LLP Expands Community Associations Group With Three Leading Attorneys and New Office Opening

01 Oct 2019

PRINCETON, New Jersey, October 1, 2019 — Hill Wallack LLP announced today the growth of its Community Associations Group, adding three leading attorneys, Gregg A. Shivers, George C. Greatrex Jr., and Jennifer A. Webb. This group provides counsel to condominium and homeowner associations, cooperatives, and real estate developers, working closely with association governing boards and committees, management companies, and other professionals to ensure proper and cost-effective operations throughout New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania.

Located at Cherry Hill Plaza, this new team and location have expanded the firm’s presence in southern New Jersey, joining offices in Red Bank, New York, Princeton, and Cedar Knolls. Ronald L. Perl, Partner-in-charge of the Community Associations Practice Group, stated, “This is a very exciting opportunity for all of us, as we will easily be the state’s most geographically dominant community association practice. In my view, we are leaders in terms of talent as well, and now with George and Gregg aboard, we will seek to continue our group’s expansion throughout the entire state.”

Prior to joining Hill Wallack, Gregg and George were partners of The Law Offices of Shivers, Gosnay & Greatrex LLC, and Jennifer was an associate with the firm. Their areas of practice included the representation of condominium and homeowner associations as well as mesothelioma and asbestos litigation, general personal injury claims, and consumer protection.

Each attorney adds tremendous strength to the firm within the community association industry, including the following:

George C. Greatrex Jr.

Spanning the past 30 years, George has devoted a large and growing portion of his practice to the burgeoning area of community association law in New Jersey, representing all forms of common interest communities, including condominiums, townhomes, and single family detached homes. He is a member of the Community Associations Institute (CAI), is the current Chair of the CAI Legislative Action Committee – NJ, and is a frequent lecturer to board members, property managers and lawyers on the issues facing community associations in New Jersey. George earned his Juris Doctor degree from Temple University School of Law in Philadelphia and his B.A. from Rutgers College in New Brunswick, New Jersey. He is admitted to practice law in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, the U.S. District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania, the U.S. District Court District of New Jersey, and the U.S. Court of Appeals 3rd Circuit.

Gregg A. Shivers

Gregg is Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a civil trial attorney, a designation shared by only a small percentage of New Jersey Attorneys. While Mr. Shivers still handles complex litigation matters including asbestos litigation, wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases on behalf of injured individuals, his primary focus at Hill Wallack is on representing Community Associations. Mr. Shivers and his partner George Greatrex come to Hill Wallack having represented over 230 associations which provides them with a wealth of knowledge on association law as well as practical association issues which greatly benefits their clients. Gregg earned his Juris Doctor degree from Rutgers Law School-Camden and is admitted to practice law in New Jersey and the U.S. District Court District of New Jersey.

Jennifer L. Webb

Jennifer focuses her practice on the representation of community associations, collections, daily operations, the creation and enforcement of restrictive covenants and regulations, and fair housing compliance. Jennifer graduated from The College of New Jersey, magna cum laude, and received her Juris Doctor degree from Rutgers University in Camden. She is admitted to practice law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Currently, she serves on the Regional Council Board for the Pennsylvania/Delaware Valley Chapter of Community Associations Institute.

About Hill Wallack LLP

Founded in 1978, Hill Wallack LLP is a leading full-service law firm with offices in Princeton, Cedar Knolls, Cherry Hill, and Red Bank, New Jersey; Yardley, Pennsylvania; and New York City. Its regional strength places the firm in an ideal position in today’s market. With over 70 attorneys, its mid-market size allows it to provide sophisticated, high-level service to clients in a cost-efficient, responsive manner. Hill Wallack LLP’s attorneys represent individuals and entities in banking, business and commercial, community associations, creditors’ rights, employment and labor law, family law, insurance, land use, litigation, and real estate. The Community Associations Group specializes in management, collections, transitions, litigation, insurance coverage, and administrative, legislative, and regulatory matters. For more information, please visit www.hillwallack.com/community-associations.

Hill Wallack LLP Strengthens Its South Jersey Community Associations And Firm Presence With Four Leading Attorneys

01 Oct 2019

PRINCETON, New Jersey, October 1, 2019 — Hill Wallack LLP announced today that Gregg A. Shivers; Donald A. Gosnay; George C. Greatrex, Jr.; and Jennifer A. Webb have joined the firm. With the addition of these four attorneys, Hill Wallack has greatly expanded its community associations and firm presence into South Jersey. Hill Wallack will now also have offices in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, located at Cherry Hill Plaza – Suite 309, 1415 Route 70 East, Cherry Hill.

“We are excited about the growth of our Cherry Hill office and how Gregg, George and Jennifer add to our existing Community Associations Practice Group,” says Hill Wallack Managing Partner Michael Kahme. The Community Associations Practice Group now spans the State with offices covering Northern, Central and Southern New Jersey, as well as Eastern Pennsylvania. Donald brings expertise in Asbestos Exposure, a new area of law for Hill Wallack.

Prior to joining Hill Wallack, George, Gregg and Donald were partners of The Law Offices of Shivers, Gosnay & Greatrex LLC where Jennifer was an associate. Their areas of practice include mesothelioma and asbestos litigation, general personal injury claims, consumer protection and representation of condominium and homeowner associations.

George C. Greatrex Jr.

Gregg A. Shivers

Gregg is Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a civil trial attorney, a designation shared by only a small percentage of New Jersey Attorneys.

While Mr. Shivers still handles complex litigation matters including asbestos litigation, wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases on behalf of injured individuals, his primary focus at Hill Wallack is on representing Community Associations. Mr. Shivers and his partner George Greatrex come to Hill Wallack having represented over 230 associations which provides them with a wealth of knowledge on association law as well as practical association issues which greatly benefits their clients. Gregg earned his Juris Doctor degree from Rutgers Law School-Camden and is admitted to practice law in New Jersey and the U.S. District Court District of New Jersey.

Donald A. Gosnay

Don has successfully represented individuals with asbestos related diseases and their families over the last thirty four years. He also has significant experience representing injured railroad workers under the Federal Employers Liability Act, as well as individuals who have suffered serious injury and/or death due to accidents or exposure to hazardous, toxic substances such as lead. He also practices in the area of maritime law where he has represented individuals who have suffered serious injury or death, whether at sea or working as longshoremen.

Mr. Gosnay has successfully tried a number of cases in both State and Federal Court and has represented individuals from many jurisdictions throughout the country including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, New York and Maine. A member of both the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bars, Mr. Gosnay is admitted to the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, the Eastern and Middle District of Pennsylvania and the State Courts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Mr. Gosnay earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and his law degree from Temple University where he received the Lena Hale Award upon graduation. He also holds a Masters Degree from Temple University in Philosophy.

Jennifer L. Webb

Hill Wallack Partner Caroline Record, Panelist at CAI-NJ Legal Forum

17 Sep 2019

CAI-NJ LEGAL FORUM

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 l 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Stonebridge Community Association l 1 Cobblestone Blvd., Monroe Township, NJ

On Tuesday, September 17th, Community Associations Law partner Caroline Record will be among a group of panelists discussing:

WHAT WOULD YOU DO?
Legal Issues Impacting Community Associations

Click here for program and credit information.

Hill Wallack LLP Partner Francis J. Sullivan to Speak at NBI Seminar in Philadelphia, PA

21 Aug 2019

The Mini MBA for Attorneys

Wednesday, August 21, 2019 l 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia City Avenue
4100 Presidential Boulevard l Philadelphia, PA

Partner Francis J. Sullivan will be among a group of panelists for a seminar sponsored by NBI (National Business Institute).

Mr. Sullivan will be speaking on the topic below at 3:30 p.m.

Ethical Considerations
Mr. Sullivan will discuss ethical standards and civil liability; the role of the attorney as advisor in LLC formation; conflicts of interest; and confidentiality - information derived from an earlier representation.

For further information on this program and credits, click here.

Francis J. Sullivan is a partner in the law firm of Hill Wallack LLP. He is partner-in-charge of the Business & Commercial and Trusts & Estates practice groups. Mr. Sullivan concentrates his practice in the representation of corporate entities and partnerships, buying and selling businesses and real estate, tax and regulatory issues, as well as obtaining and structuring financing to further his clients' business needs, growth and development. He frequently advises clients on the planning, organizing, restructuring and governance of new and existing business entities, including the documenting of the relationship between and among the business entity and its owners. Mr. Sullivan also negotiates, structures and drafts operating, partnership and shareholder agreements, agreements for retirement and buy-outs of partners and corporate owners, as well as generational succession planning. He also is involved in commercial litigation on behalf of his business clients. Mr. Sullivan is very active in the legal profession and his community. He is past president of the Bucks County Bar Association and is a current vice president of the Charitable Foundation of the Bucks County Bar Association. Mr. Sullivan is a member of the House of Delegates of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, a life time fellow of the Pennsylvania Bar Foundation and is a hearing committee member of the Pennsylvania Disciplinary Board. He is a former Chapter 7 bankruptcy trustee for the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and is a member of the Inns of Court of Bucks County. Mr. Sullivan earned his B.A. degree from La Salle University and his J.D. degree from Villanova University School of Law. He earned a Master of Laws in Taxation from Villanova University School of Law and in 2004 received a certificate in estate planning from the Graduate Tax Division of Temple University School of Law at Temple Law School. Mr. Sullivan is a member of the American, Pennsylvania and the Bucks County bar associations.

Hill Wallack Family Law Attorney Albertina "Abby" Webb Speaking at NJSBA's Summer CLEfest

09 Aug 2019

Summer CLEfest - Family Law Track

Friday, August 9, 2019 | 8:45 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | The Water Club at Borgata, Atlantic City

On Friday, August 9th, Family Law partner Albertina "Abby" Webb will be among the panel discussing:

A 20/20 Look at 50/50 Physical Custody | 8:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Years ago, courts routinely awarded mothers sole physical custody of their children in divorce proceedings. Legal and mental health experts saw 50/50 physical custody as a way to keep both parents involved in their children’s lives and avoid litigation. However, we are now left to question whether 50/50 physical custody is the panacea we thought it would be, or does it actually cause more problems than it solves? And with more states considering laws to promote equal physical custody, what does hindsight teach us about the future? Learn more about the program here.

Albertina “Abby” Webb is a partner in the Red Bank, New Jersey office of Hill Wallack LLP, where she is a member of the firm’s Family Law practice group. Ms. Webb concentrates her practice on family law issues, including divorce, custody, support, post-judgment and domestic violence cases from inception through resolution, either by mediation, arbitration or trial. She also handles enforcement or modification of marital agreements, alimony and child support awards, post judgment enforcement and modification of agreements and pre-nuptial agreements, as well as engaging in litigation practice to set them aside or for enforcement.

Hill Wallack Responds to DCA's Proposed Radburn Regulations

08 Aug 2019

The Department of Community Affairs has proposed new regulations to implement the “Radburn Act,” which was enacted in 2017 to address procedures for board elections and voting participation rights in community associations. The proposed regulations would have a significant impact on the way associations conduct elections and tally votes as well as other issues, including board decision making on confidential matters. Hill Wallack submitted a comment letter on behalf of its clients, with suggested changes to a number of proposed rules. Click here to view a copy of Hill Wallack’s comments. Comments received by the DCA will be considered by that agency and in the coming weeks it is anticipated that the final rules will be adopted and published. The proposed regulations can be found here.

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