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• 02.22.2024Genova Burns To Host CLE Hybrid Seminar "Diversity In ADR: Acknowledging and Addressing the Lack of Diversity in the Selection of Arbitrators and Mediators" on March 21 Join us for a thought-provoking discussion at our upcoming event: "DIVERSITY IN ADR - Acknowledging and Addressing the Lack of Diversity in the Selection of Arbitrators and Mediators" lead by industry specialists Theo Cheng, Esq., and Darren Rumack, Esq., moderated by firm Partner Jennifer Roselle, Esq. For decades, the ADR field has grappled with a significant lack of diversity in the selection of arbitrators and mediators. The time for change is now, and we're excited to share insights into the progress made and the hope for a more inclusive future.
• 01.02.2024Genova Burns Welcomes William Heller To Firm As Of Counsel Genova Burns is pleased to announce that William J. Heller has joined the firm as “Of Counsel”, effective January 2, 2024. Formerly Senior Vice President and General Counsel of the New York Football Giants, Mr. Heller brings a wealth of experience to the firm.
• 04.13.2023No Signature, No Settlement: NJ Appellate Division Reiterates Settlements Reached at Mediation Absent a Signed Agreement Are Unenforceable On March 28, 2023, in a published decision in Gold Tree Spa, Inc, v. PD Nail Corp., the New Jersey Appellate Division extended the New Jersey Supreme Court’s seminal decision in Willingboro Mall, Ltd. v. 240/242 Franklin Ave., LLC and confirmed that settlements reached at mediation are unenforceable when the parties do not sign a term sheet before mediation comes to a close, irrespective of whether mediation is voluntary or court-ordered. Although the Gold Tree case involved a commercial dispute, the decision contains important lessons for employers and employment law practitioners.