News & Insights

Maureen Coghlan Sworn in as Trustee of the Association of the Federal Bar of New Jersey

Archer is proud to announce that partner Maureen T. Coghlan has been selected as a Trustee of the Association of the Federal Bar of New Jersey (AFBNJ). Maureen was sworn in as a Trustee on June 10, 2025, during the 48th Annual William J. Brennan, Jr. Award Reception held at the Park Chateau in East Brunswick. ...read more

2025 Chambers USA Recognizes Archer Attorneys and Practices

The 2025 Chambers USA Guide has ranked eight Archer attorneys and two practice groups. Chambers and Partners is regarded as one of the world’s leading independent legal research companies, offering detailed rankings and insights into leading lawyers and law firms across 200 jurisdictions in more than 70 countries. Click here to read Chambers complete methodology. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. ...read more

Archer Welcomes Class of 2025 Summer Associates

Archer is excited to kick off its 2025 Summer Associate Program, welcoming eight exceptional law students from six distinguished universities. Each year, Archer’s program attracts talented students from across the region, and this year’s class brings a broad range of experiences and perspectives to the firm. ...read more

Justice Lee Solomon (Ret.) Named 2025 New Jersey State Bar Foundation Medal of Honor Recipient

Archer is pleased to announce that Justice Lee A. Solomon (Ret.) has been named as one of the New Jersey State Bar Foundation (NJSBF) Medal of Honor recipients for 2025. The award will be presented on September 17th at the NJSBF’s Annual Awards Dinner at Park Chateau, East Brunswick. ...read more

David Edelstein and Douglas Leney Receive Equal Justice Medal from Legal Services of New Jersey

Archer proudly announces that partners David F. Edelstein and Douglas G. Leney have been selected to receive the Equal Justice Medal from Legal Services of New Jersey and the New Jersey Legal Services system. Their recognition as a Major Contributor of Pro Bono Services honors their outstanding commitment to pro bono service and their unwavering support to clients of Legal Services. Specifically, David is being recognized for his service to clients referred by Northeast New Jersey Legal Services and Douglas is being recognized for his service to clients referred by South Jersey Legal Services. ...read more

Steven Mignogna Appointed to ACTEC Leadership Roles

Archer partner Steven K. Mignogna has been appointed to the National Membership Committee of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) and reappointed to the Board of Regents of ACTEC. The National Membership Committee is responsible for selecting ACTEC Fellows from nominations around the country. The Board of Regents is ACTEC’s governing body.   ...read more

Gianfranco Pietrafesa Appointed to Law360 New Jersey Editorial Advisory Board

Archer is pleased to announce that legal news publisher Law360 has appointed Gianfranco A. Pietrafesa, a partner in the firm’s Mergers & Acquisitions and Business Counseling Groups, to the Law360 New Jersey Editorial Advisory Board. The board is composed of leaders in their field who are uniquely positioned to provide feedback and share insights into New Jersey’s legal market helping inform Law360’s coverage. Gianfranco will serve as one of only 11 attorneys that have been chosen for the board. Law360 New Jersey is a daily online news resource that provides analysis and updates on the latest legal developments, trends, deals, litigation, and policies impacting New Jersey. ...read more

Super Lawyers Names 17 Archer Attorneys to its 2025 New Jersey Lists

Archer congratulates its attorneys included in the 2025 New Jersey Super Lawyers and Super Lawyers Rising Stars lists. ...read more

Former New Jersey Supreme Court Justice Lee A. Solomon Joins Archer & Greiner

Archer & Greiner, P.C. (“Archer”) is pleased to announce the Honorable Lee A. Solomon (Ret.) has joined the firm’s Business Litigation Group as Of Counsel, bringing a decade of service on the New Jersey Supreme Court in his return to private practice. ...read more

Steven Mignogna Reappointed to Advisory Committee of Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning

Archer partner Steven K. Mignogna has been reappointed to the Advisory Committee of the Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning. The Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning is widely regarded as one of the premier estate planning programs in the country. With over 3,000 attendees, it is the largest estate planning conference of the year. As a board member, Steve helps to implement the goals of the Institute, which include presenting the most important developments in the areas of estate planning, probate litigation and estate, gift and income taxation. ...read more

Gianfranco Pietrafesa Recognized by New Jersey State Bar Association

Gianfranco A. Pietrafesa, a partner of the firm and a member of its Business Counseling and M&A groups, was recognized by the New Jersey State Bar Association (NJSBA) on December 12, 2024 for appearing on behalf of the NJSBA as amicus curie in the New Jersey Appellate Division in Patel v. New Jersey Department of Treasury. The case involved an issue of first impression under New Jersey’s LLC statute, NJ-RULLCA, and resulted in a published opinion (479 N.J. Super. 26 (App. Div. 2024)). Gianfranco was a member of the select committee that drafted New Jersey’s LLC statute, has written and lectured extensively on NJ-RULLCA, and is considered an authority on the subject. ...read more

Big Victory for APA Client ABATE of PA

On the final day of the 2023-24 legislative session, the Pennsylvania Senate and House finished with two bills that significantly impact Archer Public Affairs (APA) client, Alliance of Bikers Aimed Toward Education (ABATE of PA). Archer Public Affairs is a subsidiary of Archer & Greiner. ...read more

Jeffrey Gordon Appointed Overall Chair for Prestigious IPT Annual Conference

Archer partner, Jeffrey D. Gordon, Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Tax Appeal Group, was appointed Overall Chair of the 2026 Institute for Professionals in Taxation (“IPT”) Annual Conference. The 2026 Conference will mark the capstone of IPT’s 50th year. Chairing IPT’s 50th anniversary Annual Conference is one of the top honors one could achieve in the property tax field.  In 2023, Jeffrey served as Chair of the IPT Annual Conference’s Property Tax Committee. ...read more

John Connell Appointed to NJ Supreme Court Professional Responsibility Rules Committee

Partner, John C. Connell, has been appointed to the New Jersey Supreme Court Professional Responsibility Rules Committee for the remaining portion of a three-year term that expires August 31, 2027. The Committee is charged with two tasks: to review and report on referrals from the court that relate to the Rules of Professionals Conduct, and also to entertain and act on issues raised by the Bench, the Bar, the Office of Attorney Ethics, or a member of the Committee. ...read more

Super Lawyers Names Four Archer Attorneys to its 2024 New York Metro Lists

Archer congratulates its attorneys included in the 2024 New York Metro Super Lawyers and Super Lawyers Rising Stars lists. ...read more

Debra Rosen to Receive Scouting America’s Distinguished Citizen Award

Archer partner, Debra S. Rosen, was selected as the recipient of the Camden County Distinguished Citizen Award by the Garden State Council, Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America). This prestigious award recognizes an individual who embodies Scouting’s values of leadership, determination, and community service, and honors those who have made significant contributions to the growth and vitality of Southern New Jersey. ...read more

Peg Callahan – Kuskin is the Key Lobbyist for the PA Dental Association's Recent Legislative Victory

On October 22, 2024, Governor Josh Shapiro signed House Bill 1664 into law as Act 58 of 2024, which was a top legislative priority this Session for the Pennsylvania Dental Association, a client of Archer Public Affairs (“APA”). In Pennsylvania, APA Director, Peg Callahan – Kuskin, has been the key lobbyist for the Pennsylvania Dental Association, which has over 8,000 Members. This legislation is a victory for dentists and their patients, ensuring that dental care remains accessible and affordable across the Commonwealth. This Act  provides that insurers may no longer limit reimbursement methods exclusively to electronic credit cards – which often carry high transaction fees – and must instead offer a variety of reimbursement options so providers can choose the method best suited to them. Archer Public Affairs is a subsidiary of Archer & Greiner. ...read more

Jennifer Ebersole Plays Major Role in Establishment of First-Ever Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Related Disorders Division in PA

On October 16, 2024, Governor Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 840 into law as Act 111 of 2024, signifying a historic mark for the Alzheimer’s community in Pennsylvania. This legislation creates a first-ever Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Related Disorders (ADRD) Division within the Department of Aging. In Pennsylvania, the Alzheimer’s Association is a client of Archer Public Affairs (“APA”). APA Director, Jennifer Ebersole, played a major role for the Alzheimer’s Association navigating the state government process to not only make sure this bill crossed the finish line, but Jennifer and the APA team were also instrumental in securing nearly $2 million in the state budget passed in July. Archer Public Affairs is a subsidiary of Archer & Greiner. ...read more

Andrew Cevasco Named BCBA’s 2024 Professional Lawyer of the Year

Archer partner, Andrew J. Cevasco, has been selected by the Bergen County Bar Association (“BCBA”) as a recipient of a 2024 Professional Lawyer of the Year Award.  Professionalism Awards are presented in cooperation with the New Jersey State Bar Association, the New Jersey Commission on Professionalism in the Law, and the various county and affinity bar associations. The awards are presented annually to lawyers selected by bar associations across New Jersey who, by virtue of their exemplary conduct, competence, diligence and demeanor, set a positive example for others. The award will be presented to Andrew at the BCBA Professionalism Dinner on October 22 at Seasons in Washington Township, N.J. Andrew served as President of the Bergen County Bar Association for the 2019-2020 term. He has been a member of the BCBA since 1981, and a Trustee and Officer of the Association from 2005-2022. He has also served as member and Co-Chair of its Probate and Estate Planning Committee and its Professionalism Committee. He is currently a co-chair of the Bergen County Judicial and Prosecutorial Appointments Committee, which reviews applicants for appointment and reappointment to the Superior Court in Bergen County. Serving as an advocate on behalf of the members of the BCBA, on September 24, 2024 Andrew appeared before the New Jersey Supreme Court, advocating for the reversal of Advisory Committee on Professional Ethics Opinion 735.   ...read more

Debra Rosen Among Executive Women of New Jersey’s 2024 Policy Makers Honorees

Partner Debra S. Rosen has been named a “2024 Policy Maker” by the Executive Women of New Jersey (“EWNJ”). EWNJ is a leading executive women's organization committed to increasing the presence of women on boards and in top leadership positions within New Jersey companies. The EWNJ is honoring those contributions of high-achieving New Jersey women leaders from the private and public sectors. Debra was highlighted, along with more than 50 other professionals across various sectors. These influential leaders will be honored at the annual EWNJ Salute to the Policy Makers Gala on October 22, 2024. ...read more