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ACTEC 2026 Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting

Steven Mignogna will be presenting a program at the 2026 ACTEC Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting in Baltimore, Maryland. The session will address important developments in estate litigation that all trust and estate practitioners should understand, including attorneys who do not regularly handle litigation. The program will examine the newest concepts needed to effectively address trust and estate disputes, discuss key strategic considerations for litigators, and address how to identify and avoid common mistakes that can exacerbate disputes and lead to liability. ...read more

Introduction to Environmental Law

Archer partner Daniel Farino will join a distinguished panel of environmental attorneys for a comprehensive program examining the foundations of environmental law and its application in an evolving legal and regulatory landscape. Attorneys from every practice area are encouraged to attend to discover how environmental law impacts their clients and matters. This program will examine climate change, the scarcity of land resources, and the unmet need for environmental justice. Attendees will leave with essential knowledge of the principles of environmental law and where the industry is headed. ...read more

Policy, Permits, & Public Perception: A Fireside Chat on Data Center Advocacy

Data center development is evolving fast and navigating what comes with it is crucial. Partner Richard Wells will be speaking at the 7x24 Exchange Northeast Regional Conference, joining industry leaders for a fireside chat on the advocacy challenges shaping data center development. This premier gathering brings together CIOs, engineers, technologists, and facility leaders across the East Coast to discuss the topics shaping tomorrow’s data centers. ...read more

14th Annual Estate Litigation Seminar

Join Archer’s Estate & Trust Litigation Group for our 14th Annual Estate Litigation Seminar, a complimentary program presenting a review of new case law and other significant developments on trust, estate and fiduciary litigation from the region and around the country. ...read more

One Deal. Same Agreement. Different Perspectives.

Partner Justin Csik will join a panel of attorneys representing both buyers and sellers to discuss how purchase agreements are negotiated from each side of the table. Buyers counsel is focused on identifying risk and protecting the buyer’s interests, while seller’s counsel is focused on preserving value and minimizing post-closing exposure. These differing priorities can lead to very different interpretations of the same provisions. The  panel will examine how deal terms are negotiated, where perspectives diverge, and why deals sometimes stall. Through real-world examples, attendees will gain practical insight on how to keep transactions on track toward a successful closing. ...read more

Data Centers - How to Cut Through the Noise to Get to the Legal Issues

The rapid growth of data centers is reshaping the legal landscape, creating new challenges and opportunities across land use, zoning, utilities, environmental regulation and municipal governance. As communities, developers and policymakers navigate competing priorities, attorneys must understand the evolving legal and regulatory framework shaping this expanding industry. Partner Richard Wells will serve as moderator for this timely panel discussion featuring experienced practitioners who will examine the key legal issues surrounding data center development. Attendees will gain valuable insight into the legal and policy considerations shaping this rapidly evolving area of law, along with practical knowledge they can apply in their own practices. ...read more

The New QSBS Landscape: Planning Opportunities for Business Owners and Investors (August 13 at Icona Avalon)

Recent federal and New Jersey law changes, including the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), have expanded and enhanced the tax benefits available to business owners, founders, and investors holding Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS). These developments create new opportunities to reduce tax liability, enhance exit planning, and facilitate wealth transfer. ...read more

Evidence in Trust and Estate Litigation

Trust and estate litigation presents unique evidentiary challenges at every stage of a case, from initial client retention through trial. In this NJSBA program, Matthew Nicodemo will join fellow panelists to discuss the practical application of the New Jersey Rules of Evidence and the evidentiary issues trust and estate practitioners encounter throughout the litigation process. ...read more

Executive Crises of Ethical Decision-Making

Partner Eric Yun will be among the presenters at the National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP) 39th Annual Leadership Convention, where he will lead a session examining the challenges of ethical decision-making in leadership. ...read more

Recent Developments in New Jersey Law 2026

Archer attorneys Peter Frattarelli and Matthew Nicodemo will participate in the New Jersey State Bar Association's program, "Recent Developments in New Jersey Law 2026.” This program brings together New Jersey's leading legal authorities to share their expertise on the latest developments across a range of key practice areas. Attendees will come away with current knowledge of New Jersey law and practical strategies they can apply across a variety of cases. Peter will serve as program moderator and present the session, “New Laws Affecting Hiring and Recruiting, Wages/Pay Transparency Laws.” Matthew will present the session “Recent Developments in Estate and Trust Law.” ...read more

The New QSBS Landscape: Planning Opportunities for Business Owners and Investors (July 14 at Tavistock Country Club)

Recent federal and New Jersey law changes, including the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), have expanded and enhanced the tax benefits available to business owners, founders, and investors holding Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS). These developments create new opportunities to reduce tax liability, enhance exit planning, and facilitate wealth transfer. ...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

NJSBA Annual Meeting Educational Programs

Join the following Archer attorneys as they present at the 2026 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention. ...read more

Risk and Insurance Requirements in Public Procurement

At Rutgers University’s upcoming 56th Annual Public Purchasing Educational Forum, partner Jason Sena will present on public procurement risks and insurance requirements. The forum is designed to educate professionals on public purchasing laws, regulations, and best practices, and supports certification for QPAs and RPPO/RPPS.To learn more and register: https://bit.ly/4tM8qwR ...read more

From Arbitration to the Hague: Confidently Navigating Essential Jurisdictions in Family Law

Partner Marie Lihotz will serve as a panelist for this program hosted by the New Jersey State Bar Association addressing jurisdictional complexities in family law practice. ...read more

Suggestions for the Future of the H-1B Program

The NJBIA is hosting a webinar on the future of the H-1B visa program, the largest high-skilled immigration program in the U.S. As reforms aim to prioritize higher-paid foreign workers, industry experts, including Archer partner Eric Yun, will address how these changes may affect U.S. businesses, local economies, and the availability of skilled workers. Chair of Archer’s Immigration and Global Mobility Practice, Eric will moderate the panel “Suggestions for the Future of the H-1B Program.” Don't miss this opportunity to hear from Eric and the other panelists on the path forward for this critical immigration program. ...read more

Advanced Trial Tactics in Pennsylvania

In this NBI program, partner Jeffrey Scott will present two insightful sessions aimed at elevating trial lawyers’ courtroom skills. These sessions focus on sophisticated strategies and advanced techniques that can help experienced and aspiring attorneys sharpen their courtroom performance. ...read more

2026 ABA-IPT Advanced Tax Seminars

Archer partners Alex Genato and Jeffrey Gordon will serve as speakers at the ABA and IPT 2026 Advanced Tax Seminars. Attorneys, accountants, tax officials, and others interested in gaining a greater professional knowledge of managing the country’s increasing tax burden are encouraged to attend. ...read more