A.Y. Strauss Adds Commercial Real Estate Partner

Robert L. Baker Jr.[Courtesy Photo.]

A.Y. Strauss in Roseland added  Robert L. Baker Jr.  as a partner the real estate group. Baker was previously a partner at  Hill Wallack . He focuses on the purchase, sale, financing, leasing, and development of commercial property, representing businesses, mortgage investors and servicers, and private equity firms with diversified real estate and loan portfolio holdings, the announcement said. He also represents landlords and tenants in negotiating retail and office leases. Baker is admitted in New Jersey and New York. He earned his J.D. from Villanova University School of Law, and his B.A. from Fairfield University. He is a New Jersey certified foreclosure mediator and has taught continuing education courses for attorneys and real estate professionals. He is the former chair of the Real Estate Section of the Mercer County Bar Association. Firm managing partner  Aaron Y. Strauss said in a statement that "Baker's intellect, creativity and rapport with clients make him a terrific fit for this practice. … He understands the ever-changing real estate market, and consistently places clients' needs and goals at the center of everything he delivers." 

Partners for Women and Justice Appoints New Executive Director

Julie A. Murphy, new director of Partners for Women and Justice.(Courtesy Photo.]

The board of trustees of Bloomfield-based Partners for Women and Justice named Julie A. Murphy executive director of the organization, which advocates for low-income victims of domestic violence. Its programs help domestic violence victims secure restraining orders, safe visitation and custody arrangements, and fair orders of child support. The organization's announcement said Murphy is a "strategic leader with a commitment to fostering the empowerment of others." In her six years at Union County Legal Services, she represented clients in domestic violence and family law matters. She went on to become the head of strategy for Girl Scouts of the USA for 10 years. She then founded Oakwood Leadership. She holds a law degree from Brooklyn Law School and an undergraduate degree from Rutgers College. Board chairwoman Catherine Weiss said in a statement that Murphy "is committed to Partners' mission and, with her varied experience, will bring a fresh perspective to the organization." 

Helmer Conley Welcomes Wiercinski as Of Counsel

Helmer Conley & Kasselman announced that Edward R. Wiercinski has joined the firm as of counsel, based out of its Trenton office. Prior to joining the firm, Wiercinski practiced out of his own law office in Cherry Hill, Helmer Conley's announcement noted. At his new firm, he will continue to handle bankruptcy and family matters, the announcement said.

Associate Patel Joins Norris McLaughlin  

Akshar Patel                                   [Photo Credit: Lynn Goodwin..]

Norris McLaughlin  in Bridgewater brought on litigation associate  Akshar U. Patel . Patel handles leasing and commercial litigation, focusing on commercial landlord disputes and secured transactions. He previously was an intern at the U.S. Attorney's Office in New Jersey, and also interned in the Office of Public Engagement at the White House in Washington, D.C. Patel received his J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law in 2018 and his B.A. from George Washington University in 2013. He is a member of the South Asian Bar Association and an active advocate for the Rescue Mission of Trenton.

 

 

 

Laddey Clark Welcomes Kadkoy as Associate

Shan Kadkoy has joined Laddey Clark & Ryan in Sparta as an associate, concentrating his practice in wills, trusts and estates and government services, according to a firm announcement. Prior to joining the firm, he served as a judicial law clerk to Judge Mary Siobhan Brennan of the Tax Court of New Jersey.