With more than a decade of experience in the public and private sectors, Mr. Garrison brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice. His public sector roles, including serving as general counsel to the Police and Firemen’s Retirement System of New Jersey, as Deputy Director of the Public Safety Officer Benefit Program for the U.S. Department of Justice, and as a Deputy Attorney General for the State of New Jersey, have given him a unique understanding of the legal landscape in Trenton and Washington, D.C.
Mr. Garrison takes a client-centered approach to legal issues, with a keen understanding of the reputational and cost issues inherent in litigation. His vast knowledge of legal issues across many practice areas helps ensure clients receive the highest quality legal representation.
Mr. Garrison works closely with financial services firms, governments, real estate developers, and non-profits to achieve efficient practical results for clients.
Memberships & Affiliations
- New Jersey State Bar Association
- New York State Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Rockland County Bar Association
Government Service
- Deputy Director, U.S. Department of Justice (2023-2024)
- Assistant Director of Legal Affairs, New Jersey Economic Development Authority (2022-2023)
- Director of Legal Affairs Police and Firemen’s Retirement System of New Jersey, New Jersey Department of the Treasury (2019-2022)
- Deputy Attorney General, New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety (2013-2019)
Clerkship
- Hon. Marie P. Simonelli, J.A.D.