News & Insights

Alex Genato Appointed Chair of ABA RPTE Property Tax Committee

Archer is pleased to announce that partner Alex Paul Genato has been appointed Chair of the Property Tax Committee of the American Bar Association's Section of Real Property, Trust and Estate Law (RPTE) for the 2026–2027 bar year, effective September 1, 2026. ...read more

Archer Partner Maureen Coghlan Admitted to U.S. Supreme Court Bar

Archer & Greiner partner Maureen T. Coghlan was recently sworn into the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States, granting her the ability to represent clients before the nation’s highest court. ...read more

Steven Mignogna Recognized in 2026 Chambers High Net Worth Guide for Private Wealth Disputes

Archer is proud to announce that partner Steven K. Mignogna, Chair of the firm’s Estate and Trust Litigation Group, and Co-Chair of the Private Wealth, Estates & Trusts Group, has been recognized in the prestigious 2026 Chambers High Net Worth Guide for Private Wealth Disputes. Steven is ranked in New Jersey for Estate and Trust Litigation. ...read more

Alex Genato Appointed Vice-Chair of the New Jersey Supreme Court Committee on the Tax Court

Archer is pleased to announce that partner Alex Paul Genato has been appointed Vice-Chair of the New Jersey Supreme Court Committee on the Tax Court for the 2026–2028 term, effective September 1, 2026. Alex previously served multiple terms as a member of the Committee and now begins his first term as Vice-Chair. The Committee is comprised of members of the bench and tax bar, as well as representatives of taxpayers' groups, local, county, and state tax administrators, and others involved in the administration and review of New Jersey's tax laws. The New Jersey Supreme Court relies on the Committee to provide well-reasoned, expert advice on matters within its area of responsibility. ...read more

In Memoriam: Salvatore M. DeBunda

It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of our colleague and friend, Salvatore M. DeBunda, on July 9, 2026. Sal retired after a distinguished legal career spanning more than 50 years, during which he was a trusted and respected advisor to clients and a dedicated corporate attorney. He joined Archer & Greiner's Philadelphia office in connection with the firm’s merger with Pelino & Lentz in 2009, initially serving as Co-Managing Partner while continuing his practice with the firm until his retirement. ...read more

Archer Welcomes Mark Umansky to Business Litigation Group in Philadelphia

Archer is pleased to announce that Mark A. Umansky has joined the firm's Business Litigation Group as an associate in its Philadelphia office. ...read more

Archer Public Affairs Senior Director Richard Mroz Elected Chair of NACD New Jersey Chapter

Veteran energy, regulatory and governance leader to guide the chapter's continued growth ...read more

Archer Expands Business Litigation Group with Addition of Partner PJ Farinella

Archer today announced that PJ Farinella has joined the firm as a partner in its Business Litigation Practice Group, based in the Voorhees office. With a practice focused on complex commercial litigation, PJ’s arrival underscores the firm’s continued investment in expanding the depth, breadth, and sophistication of its litigation platform. ...read more

Archer Welcomes Alexander Andrews to Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Insolvency Group in Hackensack Office

Archer is pleased to announce that Alexander J. Andrews has joined the firm as an Associate in its Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Insolvency Group in the firm's Hackensack office. Alex represents clients in bankruptcy, restructuring, and insolvency matters, both in and out of court. His practice includes advising a broad range of stakeholders, including financial institutions, corporate clients, indenture trustees, institutional investors, insurers, Chapter 7 trustees, trade creditors, and lessors and lessees, in both transactional matters and litigation. ...read more

Lisa Bothwell Joins Archer as Of Counsel in Corporate Practice

Archer today announced that Lisa A. Bothwell has joined the firm’s Corporate Practice Group as Of Counsel in its Princeton office. Lisa brings extensive experience advising businesses, entrepreneurs, and investors on mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, private offerings, and day-to-day operational needs. ...read more

Archer & Greiner Earns Chambers USA 2026 Recognition with Three Ranked Practice Areas and Eight Individually Ranked Attorneys

Archer & Greiner (“Archer”) is pleased to announce its recognition in Chambers USA 2026, reflecting the firm’s depth across key practices and notable individual achievements. ...read more

Archer Welcomes Class of 2026 Summer Law Clerks

Archer is excited to kick off its 2026 Summer 1L Program, welcoming nine exceptional law students from five distinguished universities. Each year, the program attracts talented students from across the region, and this year’s class brings a broad range of experiences and perspectives to the firm. All members of Archer’s 2026 Summer 1L Program have completed their first year of law school. ...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

Patrick Afriyie Named a “Most Promising Newcomer” Finalist in 2026 Pennsylvania Legal Awards

The Pennsylvania Legal Intelligencer has named Associate Patrick K.A. Afriyie a finalist in the Most Promising Newcomer category of the 2026 Pennsylvania Legal Awards. This accolade honors attorneys in their early years of practice who have demonstrated exceptional potential, work ethic, and legal acumen. ...read more

Archer & Greiner Attorneys Named to Law360 Editorial Advisory Boards

Archer is pleased to announce that partners Kate A. Sherlock, Brian M. McGovern, and Robert C. Auritt have been selected to serve on legal news publisher Law360’s 2026 Editorial Advisory Boards. ...read more

Archer Adds Martyn Babitz as Of Counsel in Private Wealth, Estates & Trusts Group

Archer & Greiner (“Archer”) is pleased to announce that Martyn S. Babitz has joined the firm as Of Counsel in its Private Wealth, Estates & Trusts practice in the Voorhees office. Marty brings nearly four decades of experience in legal practice and wealth management, with extensive experience in estate, tax, wealth transfer, and philanthropic planning for high-net-worth individuals, multigenerational families, and closely held business owners. ...read more

Archer & Greiner Adds Leading Environmental Partner

Archer is pleased to announce that Alice M. Shanahan has joined the firm as a partner in its Environmental Law Practice Group in the firm’s Hackensack office. Her addition to Archer’s northern New Jersey office gives the firm’s already outstanding Environmental Practice a stronger foothold across both New Jersey and New York. ...read more

Archer Public Affairs Launches New Website

Refreshed brand reflects position as the region’s leading government affairs firm ...read more