Shawn Smith spoke with Law360 about the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act (CUTPA) and how recent rulings regarding the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting have impacted conventional views on the statute. Discussing a Connecticut appeals court's $150 million paring of a $1.44 billion judgment Continue Reading
ELEC Reports 10% Surge in Lawyer-Lobbyist Receipts at Top NJ Firms
Lawyer-lobbying firms in New Jersey saw a 10% boost in earnings in 2024 and overall lobbying expenditures in the state topped $100 million for the first time since 2020, marking a 4.1% increase over the previous year. Total receipts paid to governmental affairs agents—commonly known as Continue Reading
Constitutional Challenge Could Roll Back Trump’s Tariffs
Zack Hadzismajlovic, Head of the Global Trade Group, was interviewed by Tax Notes regarding a recent federal district court challenge to President Trump’s use of the International Emergency Powers Act (IEEPA). “IEEPA requires the declaration of a national emergency, which means there should have Continue Reading
Mark Makhail Honored by Rutgers Law School Minority Student Program at 55th Annual Gala
The Minority Student Program (MSP) at Rutgers Law School recognized McCarter partner Mark Makhail as the 2025 Rising Star at its 57th Annual Gala. MSP is a nationally-acclaimed post-admissions program that serves students of any race or ethnicity who are members of groups that are Continue Reading
Mary Gabriel Named to ROI-NJ’s ROI Influencers: Women in Business 2025 List
Mary Gabriel, Deputy Firmwide Managing Partner was recognized on ROI-NJ’s 2025 ROI Influencers: Women in Business list. The list celebrates the achievements of women across all industries, and highlights their significant impact on New Jersey business, politics, and community. Continue Reading
NCAA’s NIL Settlement Still Faces Hurdles
Kate Roggio Buck speaks with Law360 to discuss US District Judge Claudia Wilken’s decision to withhold approval on the House settlement, which would give athletes a share of revenue for the use of their name, image, and likeness (NIL). Kate said it was no surprise to her that the settlement Continue Reading
Hartford Business Journal Recognizes Moy Ogilvie on 2025 Power 50 List
Moy Ogilvie, Managing Partner of the Hartford office, has been recognized on the Hartford Business Journal’s Power 50 List for the fifth consecutive year. The list honors Connecticut’s most influential leaders, highlighting their contributions and impact throughout the state. Continue Reading
Connecticut Movers: Jessie Bonaros Elevated to Partner
McCarter announced the elevation of Jessie D. Bonaros to partner in the firm's Stamford and New York offices. Jessie is a litigator with extensive experience in commercial and residential foreclosure actions, handling matters involving novel legal issues and a high risk of loss, and is among nine Continue Reading
McCarter Property Tax Attorney Joseph Norcia Among Firm’s Newest Partners
Property tax attorney Joseph J. Norcia is among nine newly elevated partners at McCarter. Based in the firm’s Newark office, Joe represents property owners with regard to real estate value litigation including property tax assessment appeals and condemnation reviews. Joe also has experience Continue Reading
Election Law Enforcement Commission’s Annual Report Shows Strong Gains for McCarter’s Lobbying Team
McCarter & English continues to prove itself as an elite provider of lobbying services, breaking its own revenue record yet again. The firm ranked second among lawyer-lobbying firms, narrowing the gap between it and the top-ranked law firm, in the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission Continue Reading