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06/02/2026

What records is Rutgers refusing to release?
Walter M. Luers has filed a lawsuit seeking records related to the departures of two former senior athletics officials. Read more here. 👇

As recently highlighted by The Jersey Vindicator, Walter M. Luers has filed a lawsuit on behalf of government transparency advocate John Paff seeking access to records related to the departures of two former Rutgers University athletics officials. Walter

06/01/2026

Graduation is about celebrating your child—not creating unnecessary tension.
If you're divorced or separated, who attends the ceremony can sometimes be a difficult question. Our latest blog offers practical guidance on keeping the focus where it belongs.👇

With graduation season approaching and the excitement of the ceremony for even preschool graduations, who should attend the graduation can be tricky after divorce. Graduation should be about the child, not the parents or their new relationships. While it is

05/27/2026

The month of May serves as an important reminder that financial fraud and wire scams continue to affect vulnerable individuals, seniors, families, and even highly educated professionals every single day. From real estate wire fraud schemes to impersonation and financial scams, today’s fraud tactics are becoming increasingly sophisticated — and no one is immune.

Read more in our latest blog, where we discuss the growing threat of financial and wire fraud and provide practical steps you can take to help protect yourself and your loved ones.

Each year on May 15, National Senior Fraud Awareness Day highlights the increasing number of scams targeting older adults and vulnerable individuals. While many people think of phone or email scams, today’s fraudsters are also targeting real estate

05/20/2026

Congratulations to Partner Joseph Maurice on being sworn in for a second term as a Trustee of the New Jersey State Bar Association! Joe’s continued leadership within the NJSBA reflects his dedication to the legal profession, thoughtful advocacy, and commitment to serving both the bar and the community.

We also extend our congratulations to incoming NJSBA President Norberto A. Garcia as he begins his term leading the Association.

Read more here. 👇

Joe Maurice was officially sworn in as a Trustee for a second term during the NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention, where legal professionals from across the state gathered to recognize leadership within New Jersey’s legal community and help shape

05/19/2026

We are proud of Walter M. Luers for volunteering as a regional judge for the New Jersey State Bar Foundation Mock Trial Program — helping students sharpen their advocacy, critical thinking, and public speaking skills through hands-on courtroom experience. Programs like this matter because today’s students are tomorrow’s advocates, leaders, and changemakers.

Read more about Walter’s participation and the NJSBF Mock Trial Program here. 👇

At Cohn Lifland, we believe that being an attorney means more than representing clients in the courtroom — it also means investing in the future of the legal profession and our communities. That is one of the many reasons why our attorneys

05/14/2026

Great to see Jeffrey Fiorello presenting and Michael Alderman moderating panels and conversations on important issues impacting the legal community. Proud to see them representing Cohn Lifland so well throughout the New Jersey State Bar Association Annual Meeting.

05/14/2026

Strong start to the 2026 New Jersey State Bar Association Annual Meeting, with many members of the Cohn Lifland team on site for an exciting few days of networking, collaboration, and thought leadership within New Jersey’s legal community.

05/13/2026

Congratulations to Kelsey Mulholland on his appointment to the Family Law Executive Committee (FLEC) of the New Jersey State Bar Association Family Law Section for the 2026–2027 judicial year!

Read more about Kelsey’s appointment and what it means here. 👇

Cohn Lifland is proud to congratulate Kelsey Mulholland on his appointment to the Family Law Executive Committee (FLEC) for the New Jersey State Bar Association Family Law Section for the 2026–2027 judicial year. Why It Matters Kelsey’s

05/11/2026

Major changes are coming to Parent PLUS loans in 2026. Borrowing caps. Fewer repayment options. Critical deadlines.

Families planning for college should understand what these changes could mean before making long-term financial decisions.

Read more in this week’s blog 👇

The federal Parent PLUS loan program is undergoing its most significant overhaul in decades. Driven by new legislation taking effect in 2026, these changes aim to decrease borrowing, simplify repayment, and address rising concerns about long-term debt. For

05/05/2026

We are proud to announce that Cohn Lifland attorneys will be presenting and moderating at the NJSBA 2026 Annual Meeting.

Jeffrey Fiorello will present on workplace identity and inclusion, as well as New Jersey’s updated custody statute, while Michael Alderman will moderate a panel addressing New Jersey’s Anti-SLAPP Law and recent developments.

Staying ahead of evolving legal issues isn’t optional — it’s essential. This is how we continue delivering informed, strategic counsel to our clients.

Read more and find out how to register here 👇

Cohn Lifland is proud to announce that Partner Jeffrey M. Fiorello will be presenting, and Associate Michael Alderman will be moderating, at the New Jersey State Bar Association Annual Meeting, one of the premier legal gatherings in the state, in partnership