Amanda Trigg Recognized by Chambers High Net Worth 2025 Guide
Cohn Lifland proudly announces that Amanda S. Trigg, Partner and Co-Practice Group Leader of Family Law, has been named to the Chambers High Net Worth 2025 Guide, which ranks top global advisers for international private wealth, including family law and divorce attorneys. Amanda is one of only 15 New Jersey attorneys recognized this year.
Chambers High Net Worth ranks firms and individuals who specialize in advising high net worth clients. Family offices and advisers rely on these rankings for an objective, international perspective on top professionals. The rankings are based on thorough research by Chambers' experienced team. Click here for more information about selection criteria.
Assisting I.W. Tremont in Strategic Acquisition
Cohn Lifland is pleased to announce that we assisted I.W. Tremont Co., Inc., a leading U.S. manufacturer of specialty filtration products, in the strategic acquisition of the complete assets of Filter Holdings, Inc. (FHI), a premier provider of sewn filter products with deep expertise in industrial and life science applications.
This acquisition significantly expands I.W. Tremont’s operational footprint to two New Jersey-based facilities and adds a complementary portfolio of products, materials, and expertise. Importantly, all Filter Holdings employees will be retained, reinforcing Tremont’s commitment to continuity, talent, and domestic manufacturing.
Cohn Lifland's Allen Susser and Joseph Maurice, along with paralegal Maureen Woods, represented I.W. Tremont Co., for in the transaction.
Cohn Lifland is proud to serve potential and existing business owners in New Jersey and elsewhere. When someone starts a new business, or buys an existing one, having the right representation is important. The attorneys at Cohn Lifland collectively have more than 125 years experience in doing so. When representing clients in these types of matters, our attorneys will guide their clients through the many steps in a business transaction, including the preparation of agreements, due diligence searches and closing of the transaction. We at Cohn Lifland are ready to help you with all your business transaction needs.
Stripp Promoted to Senior Associate
Cohn Lifland’s Managing Partner, Joshua Cohn, is pleased to announce that Christina Stripp has been promoted to the position of Senior Associate. She continues to practice in the areas of Commercial Litigation, Environmental Litigation, Construction Litigation, Access to Public Records and Public Meetings, Appellate Litigation, Family Law and Personal Injury. Says Cohn, “Christina’s accomplishments speak for themselves. We are confident that she will continue to excel in her practice and become a leader in the profession.”
Celebrating with an Ice Cream COHN
For the second year, to celebrate National Ice Cream Day, Cohn Lifland invited our fellow tenants to join us for a Mister Softee ice cream "cohn." Led by Joshua "Ice Cream" Cohn, we were delighted to welcome so many of our neighbors!
Joshua Cohn Named Managing Partner
Cohn Lifland is pleased to announce that Joshua P. Cohn has been named Managing Partner as of July 1, 2025. Joshua is the sixth Managing Partner in the firm’s storied 101-year history. Joshua’s predecessors include his grandfather, David Cohn, and his father, Albert L. Cohn, as well as name partners Peter S. Pearlman and Jeffrey W. Herrmann and, most recently, Richard A. Schnoll. We wish Joshua success as the firm embarks upon its next century of distinguished legal practice.
Cohn Lifland honored recently retired partner, Peter S. Pearlman, with a luncheon and the presentation of a portrait to be displayed in the firm’s primary conference space, known as the Founders Room. Peter joined the firm in 1970 and practiced for 55 years until his retirement at the end of 2024. He also served as the firm's Managing Partner from 2012 to 2015 and he was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by The New Jersey Law Journal in 2022. Mr. Pearlman’s portrait will take its place beside the portraits of firm founders, David Cohn and Albert Cohn.
Cohn Lifland Welcomes Summer Associate
Cohn Lifland is happy to welcome our 2025 summer associate, Kory Gaskin. Kory, who has finished his second year at Rutgers Law School, is a 2020 graduate of Montclair State University, where he majored in International Justice and minored in Criminal Law. Upon graduating, he was a court clerk in the Passaic County Criminal Division.
Kory grew up in Englewood and currently resides in West Orange. He plays piano and listens to music and he is a devoted fan of soccer and football.
Montclair Council Weighs Remote Public Comment Option
Montclair's town council is considering changes to its rules for public comment at meetings, including one that would allow the public to address the council remotely. In an article in Montclair Local, "Montclair Council Weighs Remote Public Comment Option," Cohn Lifland's Walter Luers said that the council cannot restrict who speaks during public comment sessions. Said Luers, "They cannot limit participation by the public only to residents. That would be a rather obvious violation of the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act."
To see the article, click here.
Walter was also recently quoted, in his capacity as a board member of the New Jersey Foundation for Open Government, in an article about transparency issues at the Newark Board of Education.
Jeffrey Herrmann Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Cohn Lifland
To business that we love we rise betime,
And go to’t with delight.
Anthony and Cleopatra
Act IV, Scene 4
Congratulations to Jeffrey W. Herrmann on his 50th anniversary with the firm. From his first days as a Summer Associate until the present, Jeffrey has thoroughly enjoyed the practice of law and the people in it. Jeffrey concentrates his practice in complex commercial litigation, including securities litigation and class actions. Last year, Jeffrey was the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the New Jersey Law Awards. His acceptance speech reflecting how the practice of law has changed over time, is here.
Maurice Inducted into Hall of Fame
Cohn Lifland is proud to congratulate our partner, Joseph Maurice, on his induction into the Bergen Catholic High School Hall of Fame. We recognize Joe, Class of ’87, for his dedication to serving both the legal and Bergen Catholic communities. His commitment and contributions exemplify the spirit of excellent and service.
