News & Insights

QSBS Tax Break Rules Expanded for Investors

Partners Bonnie Diaz and Justin Csik recently authored an article for NJBIZ examining significant federal and state law changes that expand the tax benefits available through Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS). ...read more

Tax Planning: New Exclusions Under New Jersey Gross Income Tax Act and Changes to QSBS Exclusion Under OBBBA

Recent federal and state tax law changes have significantly expanded planning opportunities involving Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS). In this article for the Philadelphia Business Journal, attorneys Bonnie Diaz, Justin Csik, and Marty Babitz analyze New Jersey’s newly enacted conformity with the federal QSBS exclusion under Internal Revenue Code §1202, as well as key changes introduced under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). ...read more

With Strings Attached: New Jersey Courts Enforce Donor Conditions on Gifts and Trusts

In an article written for the New Jersey Law Journal, Andrew Fede explains that New Jersey courts strongly enforce donor-imposed conditions on charitable gifts and trusts, recognizing donor standing to challenge deviations even when such rights are not expressly reserved. Through key appellate decisions, the article highlights the judiciary’s consistent emphasis on honoring donor intent, including requiring refunds when charities materially depart from agreed purposes, rejecting attempts to invoke the cy pres doctrine where compliance remains feasible, and holding trustees liable for breaching fiduciary duties by disregarding explicit instructions. These rulings underscore that recipients, whether nonprofits, municipalities, or trustees, must carefully evaluate their ability to comply with donor restrictions before accepting gifts, as failure to adhere to those conditions can result in legal liability and financial consequences. ...read more

What Can Single-Sex Institutions Do in Light of DOE’s Title IX Attack on Transgender Admissions at Smith College?

In June 2025, a group calling itself “Defend Education” filed a complaint against Smith College for discrimination on the basis of sex-based discrimination based on its admission of transgender women.  Smith has admitted transgender women since 2015 and currently considers “any applicants who self-identify as women.” On May 4, 2026, the Department of Education opened a Title IX investigation. ...read more

Executive Order on Collegiate Athletics: A Reset or a Rewind?

On Friday, April 3, 2026, the President signed an executive order on collegiate athletics in an effort to restore a regulatory posture that resembles, in essence, a pre–name, image, and likeness (NIL) power structure. Despite the clear enforceability and legal questions presented by this order, the NCAA has already indicated its intention to implement rules aligned with the order’s demands. The framework sets forth guidelines that favor institutional stability over athlete freedom. In reality, however, these guidelines reflect substantial deference to the NCAA and its historical compliance architecture, signaling a policy preference for centralized governance over athlete-driven market dynamics. In practical terms, the order narrows the scope of student-athlete discretion by circumscribing pathways that have recently expanded under NIL and a more open market, prioritizing uniformity and institutional control. It is too early to determine the exact ramifications of this executive order; however, its existence further emphasizes that change in the collegiate sports industry is coming. ...read more

DOJ Extends ADA Web Accessibility Deadline to April 2027

On April 20, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) issued an interim final rule extending the deadline for public colleges and universities to comply with updated ADA Title II web accessibility requirements. The original April 24, 2026 deadline has been pushed to April 27, 2027, with certain smaller institutions receiving an additional year, until April 26, 2028. The extension provides additional time, but does not change the scope of the underlying obligations or the risk of enforcement. ...read more

New Jersey Adopts Revised Worker Classification Regulations Effective October 1, 2026

On May 5, 2026, the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (“NJDOL”) adopted revised regulations interpreting the state’s “ABC Test” for determining whether workers are employees or independent contractors. The regulations will take effect on October 1, 2026. ...read more

New Jersey Appellate Court Provides Guidance for Establishing Independent Contractor Relationship

In a legal landscape where it seems almost impossible to properly classify and compensate a worker as an independent contractor, the New Jersey Appellate Division recently provided guidance for employers attempting to avoid employee misclassification. On March 26, 2026, the court in Sanger v. Next Level Business Services, Inc. affirmed the dismissal of a worker’s New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD) claims, ruling that she was an independent contractor and therefore not protected by the statute. ...read more

New Jersey Supreme Court Issues Major Decision Expanding Employer Liability in Unpaid Wage Claims, Emphasizing Importance of Strict Recordkeeping

The New Jersey Supreme Court issued a major decision on March 19, 2026, which impacts any employer defending against unpaid wage and overtime claims. In a ruling that underscores the critical importance of employer recordkeeping, the Court in Lopez v. Marmic LLC, 2026 WL 771528 (N.J. Mar. 19, 2026), set a rigorous standard that makes it significantly more difficult for businesses to defeat employee wage claims when accurate time records are missing. Instead of requiring employees to prove their claim for unpaid wages, the Court found it sufficient for an employee to approximate their claim with a “rebuttable presumption” that the employee’s claim for unpaid hours are accurate. ...read more

New Jersey's New 'ABC Test' Rules Leave Room for Further Clarification, Litigators Say

Scott Sears was recently quoted in a Law.com article discussing New Jersey’s newly adopted regulations governing employee versus independent contractor classification under the state’s “ABC Test.” ...read more

AI Companies Spending Big on ‘Business Backed Sponsorships’

AI companies are rapidly emerging as dominant sports sponsors, but unlike traditional brands, they prioritize “business-backed sponsorships” focused on enterprise access, operational integration, and proving real-world use cases rather than mass visibility. This shift is reshaping how teams and leagues package partnerships, emphasizing data integration, decision-maker access, and measurable business outcomes as AI firms compete for exclusive footholds. ...read more

Archer Gains Wilentz Environmental Transactions Expert In NJ

In an interview with Law360 Pulse, Katie Hirce spoke about joining Archer’s environmental practice as Of Counsel in the firm’s Hackensack office. ...read more

Placement Agents and the SEC's Marketing Rule Revisited

The Securities and Exchange Commission’s (“SEC”) Marketing Rule went into full effect three years ago. The Marketing Rule applies a principles-based approach to regulating marketing and advertising by SEC-registered investment advisers (“RIAs”). A major change brought by the Marketing Rule was to include within “advertising” the solicitation activities by placement agents raising capital for private funds, thereby affixing new responsibilities on RIAs. ...read more

Law, Co-op and Career Growth With Kate Sherlock

Partner Kate Sherlock was a guest on the Drexel University Sports Business Roundtable podcast where she discussed her journey from Drexel University alum to attorney working in the sports industry. ...read more

Planning Ahead for Dementia: What Every Family Needs to Know

In this informative ACTEC Estate Planning Essentials podcast, Archer partner Steven Mignogna and  Gerard Brew (McCarter & English) outline the critical steps families should take when facing early signs of cognitive decline. They explain how to select the right Power of Attorney, the differences between durable and springing POAs, when a revocable trust can help, and how to avoid costly and stressful guardianship proceedings. ...read more

The Future of DEI in Legal

The legal landscape around diversity, equity, and inclusion has shifted significantly in the wake of several significant judicial opinions. While the legal profession has been notoriously slow to make progress in its efforts to nurture more inclusive practice environments, there is optimism about the advancement of inclusion in the profession.  ...read more

Anthony Talarico Earns Certification as Criminal Trial Attorney by New Jersey Supreme Court

Archer & Greiner (“Archer”) is proud to announce that Anthony C. Talarico has been certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Criminal Trial Attorney, a prestigious distinction achieved by fewer than two percent of attorneys in the state. ...read more

Archer Welcomes Jacqueline Alcantara to Corporate and IP Practices in New York

Archer is pleased to announce that Jacqueline M. Alcantara has joined the firm as an Associate in its Corporate and Intellectual Property Practice Groups in the New York office, further strengthening the firm’s expanding capabilities in the region. ...read more

Kathleen Hirce Joins Archer as Of Counsel in Environmental Law Practice

Archer is pleased to announce that Kathleen A. Hirce has joined the firm as Of Counsel in its Environmental Law Practice Group, based in the firm’s Hackensack office. Her addition further expands Archer’s environmental team in northern New Jersey and reinforces the firm’s growing presence and capabilities across the region. ...read more

Business Bankruptcy: Key Chapters, Stays, and Pre-Filing Steps

Kicking off the National Business Institute’s Business Bankruptcy Basics comprehensive one-day program, partner Douglas Leney will present a session covering core bankruptcy chapters, Subchapter V, voluntary and involuntary filings, the automatic stay, and key pre-filing procedures. ...read more

Navigating Ethics in LLC Formation

Partner Gianfranco Pietrafesa will serve as moderator of the 2026 NJSBA Business Law Symposium, a full-day program focused on timely, practice-driven sessions for attorneys advising businesses in a rapidly evolving landscape. In addition to moderating the forum, Franco will present a session providing a practical review of ethical obligations in LLC formation. The symposium is presented in cooperation with the NJSBA Business Law Section. Franco is a director and former chairman of the Section, continuing his long-standing involvement in advancing business law practice. Topics will include: ...read more

2026 HR Boot Camp

Archer Labor & Employment attorneys will present the 2026 Chamber of Commerce of Southern New Jersey’s Annual “HR Boot Camp.” ...read more