Fiduciary litigation is continually evolving—not only through court decisions, but also through emerging legislation that can quickly reshape the legal landscape. Partner Nick Keller presents on a panel titled “Fiduciary Litigation Update” at the New Jersey State Bar Association’s 2026 Annual Continue Reading
Civil Trial Bench Bar
For litigators, few advantages are bigger than real-time insight from the bench on what’s working in today’s courtroom. McCarter partner Diana Manning moderates a panel, “Civil Trial Bench Bar” at the New Jersey State Bar Association’s 2026 Annual Meeting and Convention in Atlantic City, NJ. Continue Reading
David Kott Moderates a CLE on Litigation with Justice Wainer Apter and Federal Judge Michael Shipp
On May 14, 2026, David Kott moderated a CLE panel at the New Jersey State Bar Association Annual Meeting on 10 things lawyers should do in litigation. The panel included New Jersey Supreme Court Justice Rachel Wainer Apter and New Jersey Federal Judge Michael Shipp. Continue Reading
This is the Moment: Experiences that Shaped a Career
Every legal journey follows a different path. Experiences shape practices and change the way lawyers approach the practice of law. McCarter partner Justice Jaynee LaVecchia and fellow panelists present on experiences that shaped their career at the New Jersey State Bar Association’s 2026 Annual Continue Reading
Redefining Hemp: What’s Legal, What’s Not, and Who Decides
Hemp law is moving fast—and the definition of what’s “legal” is shifting along with it. McCarter partner Ryan Magee moderates a panel examining recent federal and New Jersey legal developments that have reshaped the definition, regulation, and enforcement of hemp products this past year. The Continue Reading
Magistrate Judges: Help Us Help You (and Your Client)
Do you want better outcomes in federal court? Start by understanding what Magistrate Judges do—and what they expect from counsel. McCarter partner Mark Makhail moderates a panel of Magistrate Judges from the Federal District Court of New Jersey at the New Jersey State Bar Association’s 2026 Continue Reading
Lessons in Leadership: Intentional Career Growth Guidance and Insights and How Women Can Get the Resources and Compensation They Desire
For women lawyers, intentional career growth often begins with one step: making the ask. Diana Manning presents on lessons in leadership for women at the New Jersey State Bar Association’s 2026 Annual Meeting and Convention in Atlantic City, NJ. The presentation covers how women can advocate for Continue Reading
Insurance Coverage for the Non-Coverage Practitioner: What to Look for Before It’s Too Late
Many attorneys only consider insurance coverage when a crisis hits, but by then, key opportunities may be lost. Nicole Corona joins a panel at the 2026 NJSBA Annual Meeting to discuss “Insurance Coverage for the Non-Coverage Practitioner: What to Look for Before It’s Too Late.” This presentation is Continue Reading
The Current State of Cannabis in New Jersey/New York and at the Federal and State Level
The Trump administration’s directive to reschedule cannabis to Schedule III signals a significant shift in federal cannabis policy that could reduce tax burdens for operators and open the door for financial institutions to re-evaluate cannabis banking and lending. At the Cannabis Banking Continue Reading
The Nuts and Bolts of Local Counsel
Local counsel isn’t a formality—it’s a responsibility with real consequences in federal court. McCarter partner Mark Makhail presents on a panel titled “The Nuts and Bolts of Local Counsel” at the New Jersey State Bar Association’s 2026 Annual Meeting and Convention in Atlantic City, NJ. The Continue Reading