Please join OS attorneys at various sessions during this year’s New Jersey State Bar Annual Convention on the topics below.
Real World Considerations for the Land Use Practitioner - Pre- and Post-Execution of the Resolution of Approval
May 13, 2026
This program will address practical tips and real-world scenarios for land use practitioners (whether representing applicants or land use boards) with respect to, for example, issues that arise when negotiating language for conditions of approval and navigating the resolution compliance process before the issuance of building permits.
Moderator: Thomas J. Trautner, Jr., Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC
Speakers:
Victoria D. Britton, Price, Meese, Shulman & D'Arminio, PC
Peter A. Chacanias, Flaster Greenberg PC
Jason A. Cherchia, Wilentz Goldman & Spitzer
Lawrence S. Cutalo, O'Toole Scrivo LLC
Hot Topics in Land Use
May 13, 2026
This program designed for attorneys navigating the evolving landscape of land use law. The panel will provide a timely and comprehensive update on recent affordable housing changes, new case law developments, and potential legislative changes that every practitioner should know.
Moderator: Hon. Douglas K. Wolfson (Ret.), Edgewood Properties Inc.
Speakers:
Donna M. Jennings, Wilentz Goldman & Spitzer
Jennifer Mazawey, K&L Gates LLP
Nylema Nabbie, McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC
Holly T. Schepisi, O'Toole Scrivo LLC
Jason R. Tuvel, Prime & Tuvel LLC
Hot Topics in Legal Ethics
May 13, 2026
This is a can't-miss look at the ethics developments all New Jersey attorneys need to know. This panel will cover ethical issues involving retainers; how to advocate in defense of an ethics complaint, criminal defense and prosecution ethical obligations, cybersecurity issues and more.
Moderator: Peter J. Gallagher, Law Office of Peter J. Gallagher
Speakers:
Andrew J. Cevasco, Archer & Greiner
Bonnie C. Frost, Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost, Botwinick, Nunn & Musmanno, PC
Tamar Lerer, Office of the Public Defender
Rubin M. Sinins, Javerbaum Wurgaft Hicks Kahn Wikstrom & Sinins, PC
Glennon Troublefield, First Vice President, New Jersey State Bar Association, Carella, Byrne, Cecchi, Olstein, Brody & Agnello PC
Cassandra Jahnke Walsh, O'Toole Scrivo LLC
Law Firm General Counsel Roundtable: Managing Risk While Using AI in Your Law Firm
May 13, 2026
Join this panel of legal industry leaders as they discuss the critical issues facing the profession, including how to effectively use AI while managing the risks that it brings.
Moderator: James DiGiulio, O'Toole Scrivo LLC
Speakers:
Hon. Christine P. O'Hearn, U.S.D.J., U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey
Kathleen Barnett Einhorn, PEM Law LLP
Ronald Israel, Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC
Sarah J. Scott, Lowenstein Sandler LLP
Managing Partner Roundtable
May 14, 2026
The managing partners of New Jersey law firms of differing sizes will come together to discuss the issues facing the profession and what practices all firms can use to improve business.
Moderator: Peter J. Torcicollo, FBT Gibbons
Speakers:
Vito A. Gagliardi, Jr., Porzio Bromberg & Newman
Marie L. Mathews, Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC
Marc A. Rollo, Archer & Greiner
Thomas P. Scrivo, O'Toole Scrivo LLC
Jonathan C. Wishnia, Lowenstein Sandler LLP
Chancery Judges Roundtable
May 14, 2026
A discussion on the latest developments, trends, issues, and important cases coming from the Chancery Division. The new conference chair and several judges will share insights that practitioners need to know.
Moderator: Alexandra V. Gallo, O'Toole Scrivo LLC
Speakers:
Hon. Lisa Adubato, PJCH.
Hon. Lisa M. Vignuolo, P.J.Ch.
Warren A. Usatine, Cole Schotz PC
The Case for Using Mediators, Arbitrators and Special Adjudicators in the State and Federal Courts
May 14, 2026
Learn the best strategies for the proper preparation for mediation. How should lawyers prepare for an effective mediation, both for individual matters and class actions. Get the perspective of experienced mediators and special adjudicators, as well as that of attorneys at this discussion that will set you up for success in your next case.
Moderator: Hon. Thomas M. Moore, P.J.Cv. (Ret.), O'Toole Scrivo, LLC
Speakers:
Chief Justice James R. Zazzali (Ret.), Gibbons, PC and Zazzali, PC, FBT Gibbons
Hon. Douglas E. Arpert (Ret.), Walsh Pizzi O'Reilly Falanga LLP
Kent D. Anderson, Lowenstein Sandler LLP
Susan Sangillo Bellifemine, Esq., Susan Sangillo Bellifemine LLC
Stuart Reiser, Shapiro Croland Reiser Apfel & Di Iorio LLP
From Chambers to Counsel Table: Mastering the Transition from Law Clerk to Practicing Attorney
May 14, 2026
This panel will address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by law clerks as they transition from judicial chambers to practicing law. While clerkships develop excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, the shift to advocacy, client counseling, and firm or courtroom practice requires a distinct set of competencies. Attendees will walk away with practical guidance on how to leverage clerkship experience, build client relationships, develop litigation and transactional skills, and navigate professional expectations in law firms, government, and public interest practice.
Moderator: Alessandro J. Amato, Cornerstone Legal LLC
Speakers:
Dwayne Amos, Supreme Court of New Jersey
Cara Anan, Cornerstone Legal LLC
Ariel S. Berkowitz, O'Toole Scrivo, LLC
Jacob Kenter, Waters, McPherson, McNeill
Sean Pryzbylkowski, Javerbaum Wurgaft Hicks Kahn Wikstrom & Sinins, PC
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