Cohn Lifland Attends WLIB Judicial Reception
Cohn Lifland is proud to have been represented by several of our team members at the Women Lawyers in Bergen (WLIB) Judicial Reception, honoring recently appointed female judges.
By actively engaging in professional organizations like WLIB, our attorneys build meaningful relationships with colleagues and members of the judiciary—connections that ultimately enhance our ability to advocate for and serve our clients with insight, collaboration, and excellence.
We applaud WLIB for continuing to advance opportunities for women in the legal profession and to celebrate those who have paved the way for greater representation on the bench.
Amanda S. Trigg to Attend the 2025 AAML Annual Meeting in Chicago
As a Second Vice President of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), Amanda S. Trigg, Esq. is honored to attend the AAML Board of Directors Meeting and 2025 Annual Meeting in Chicago next week.
This annual gathering—described by AAML as “the quintessential meeting for AAML Fellows,”—brings together hundreds of the nation’s most distinguished matrimonial and family law practitioners for cutting-edge CLE programs, national networking, and in-depth discussions on emerging issues shaping family law today.
What this means for clients:
We look forward to Amanda returning from the conference with renewed insights, refined strategies, and expanded professional resources to serve clients and their families with the highest level of care.
BIG NEWS: We’re proud to share that Jenna Rosenstein has passed the NY Bar Exam!
Jenna has been a tremendous addition to our team, bringing sharp legal analysis, professionalism, and a client-first mindset. Please join us in congratulating Jenna on this major milestone and welcoming her as she begins her practice here at Cohn Lifland.
Congratulations, Jenna! We’re excited for all that’s ahead.
Mercedes Diego Quoted in Homes.com Article: Here's How an Assumable Mortgage Works
We’re proud to share that our very own Mercedes Diego, Esq., a recognized thought leader in real estate law, was recently quoted in a Homes.com article entitled “Here’s How an Assumable Mortgage Works.”
Read the article here: Here's How an Assumable Mortgage Works
Mercedes’ insight highlights her depth of knowledge in real estate matters and her commitment to helping clients navigate complex legal issues with confidence. If you're seeking legal real estate advice, contact Mercedes today.
Motion Practice Before the District Court: Tips from the Bench
Michael Alderman Joins Cohn Lifland's Civil Litigation Practice
Michael Alderman has joined Cohn Lifland as an associate in the civil litigation practice group. Michael graduated cum laude from Seton Hall University School of Law and earned recognition for excellence in the Entertainment and New Media Law specialization. While in law school, Michael served as the Executive Editor of Volume 48 of the Seton Hall Journal of Legislation and Public Policy.
Prior to joining Cohn Lifland, Michael clerked for the Honorable Marcy M. McMann, P.J.F.P., during her honor’s tenures in both the Law Division and the Chancery Division, Family Part. During his clerkship, Michael also served as a settlor on landlord-tenant cases in the Morris/Sussex Vicinage.
Matthew Gately Celebrates 10th Anniversary at Cohn Lifland
Congratulation to Partner Matthew F. Gately on his 10th anniversary with Cohn Lifland. Matthew has been certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney and has tried cases in state and federal courts, as well as in private arbitration. Matt has served on the litigation team for some of the firm’s largest recent cases including In re K-Dur Antitrust Litigation ($60.2m settlement), In re Lipitor Antitrust Litigation ($93m settlement), In re Effexor XR Antitrust Litigation ($39m settlement against one defendant) and In re Prudential Financial Securities Litigation ($35m settlement). He currently serves as interim liaison counsel in In re Insulin Pricing Litigation, In re Effexor XR Antitrust Litigation and In re Vascepa Antitrust Litigation.
He currently serves as a Trustee of the Association of the Federal Bar of New Jersey and the Co-Chair of the Bergen County Bar Association’s Federal Practice Committee, is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell, and was named a “New Leader of the Bar” by the NJ Law Journal. Matt has moderated several panels on federal practice and will again serve in that role for the Bergen County Bar’s upcoming CLE, "Motion Practice Before the District Court: Tips from the Bench," on November 5.
OPRA: What You Need to Know in 2025
Last year, Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation that marked a significant overhaul of New Jersey’s Open Public Records Act (OPRA). Nearly one year later, practitioners are adapting to the drastic changes imposed by the legislation, which some argue limits the public’s ability to access records.
Cohn Lifland's Walter Luers is part of a panel of attorneys with experience in OPRA proceedings and in representing municipal, county and state governments who will present an NJICLE program, "OPRA: What You Need to Know in 2025" on September 18: https://bit.ly/3InAbcl
Cohn Lifland Goes Purple for the Fifth Year
What a perfect day at Overpeck Park for the Bergen-Passaic Walk to End Alzheimer’s! Our team was proud to sponsor and walk alongside so many friends, families, and neighbors in support of this important cause.
Our 5th year team, the Cohn Lifland Alz-Stars, was proud to lead out the walk after paralegal, Barbara Blumberg, cut the starting ribbon!
At Cohn Lifland, family is at the heart of what we do—whether it’s helping with estate planning or guiding through family law matters, our mission is to help protect what matters most.
A special thank you to everyone who stopped by our table for meaningful conversations—and for picking up a pair of awesome sunglasses and some sweet treats! We loved connecting with you and sharing in such a special community event. We are grateful to walk with our neighbors, clients, and friends in the fight to end Alzheimer’s.
Walter Luers Celebrates Anniversary
Congratulations to Walter M. Luers, who celebrates five years with Cohn Lifland. Walter enjoys a successful practice representing individuals and companies in the areas of the Open Public Records Act (“OPRA”), Open Public Meetings Act (“OPMA”), wage and hour law, construction law, civil rights law and commercial litigation. He leads the Firm's OPRA and OPMA practice, and is also the Chair of the Media Law Committee of the New Jersey State Bar Association.
