Stark & Stark is proud to announce that Chinsu Shajan was presented with the American Association for Justice (AAJ) Wiedemann & Wysocki Award during the Leadership Luncheon on July 15th in Philadelphia, PA. This award was named in honor of Fritz Wiedemann and James Anthony Wysocki and recognizes organization members who have made outstanding efforts to advance AAJ’s political outreach projects and priorities. Wiedemann and Wysocki are two former AAJ members who tragically died in a plane crash while on an assignment regarding their AAJ duties.
“I am honored to be a recipient of such a prestigious award and it has been a privilege working with AAJ in securing the rights of my clients and protecting the sanctity of our civil justice system,” said Chinsu.
Chinsu is a member of Stark & Stark’s Accident & Personal Injury group where she concentrates her practice on catastrophic personal injuries. She is the Chair of Stark & Stark’s Associates Committee, Co-Chair of the firm’s Mentoring Program, and a member of the firm’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee.
Congratulations Chinsu!
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Stark is proud to announce that Shareholder Bruce Stern was presented with the American Association for Justice (AAJ) Howard Twiggs Award during the AAJ Leadership Luncheon on July 15th in Philadelphia, PA. This award recognizes an AAJ member of at least 10 years standing whose passion, civility, cordiality and professionalism reflect the high standards set by Howard Twiggs; and whose courtroom advocacy and distinguished service to AAJ have brought honor to the trial bar and the legal profession.
“Howard Twiggs was a lawyer’s lawyer and a man of integrity,” said Bruce. “To receive an award in his name is a true honor.”
Bruce is a member of the firm’s Accident & Personal Injury group. He specializes his practice in representing the victims of traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries and wrongful death. Bruce served as the President of the American Association for Justice from 2019-2020. He has been a member of the AAJ since 1982.
Congratulations Bruce!
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Stark & Stark is proud to announce that Shareholder Domenic Sanginiti was presented with the American Association for Justice (AAJ) Wiedemann & Wysocki Award during the Leadership Luncheon on July 15th in Philadelphia, PA. This award was named in honor of Fritz Wiedemann and James Anthony Wysocki and recognizes organization members who have made outstanding efforts to advance AAJ’s political outreach projects and priorities. Wiedemann and Wysocki are two former AAJ members who tragically died in a plane crash while on an assignment regarding their AAJ duties. Domenic previously received this award in 2018 and 2022.
“The AAJ PAC helps us protect the fundamental right to trial by jury. I am proud to assist the efforts to protecting this right for all Americans.”
Domenic is a member of Stark & Stark’s Accident & Personal Injury group. He focuses his practice on representing people who have suffered spinal cord injuries, and other catastrophic injuries, including death, resulting from motorcycle crashes, automobile crashes, premises liability, and product liability.
Congratulations Domenic!
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Stark & Stark is shining a spotlight on each of our attorneys who have been promoted to Shareholder this year.
Jonathan Lauri is a member of the firm’s Nursing Home Negligence Group in the Hamilton office. He concentrates his practice in wrongful death, catastrophic injury, negligence, and abuse claims arising in nursing homes, assisted-living facilities, psychiatric facilities, hospitals, boarding, and group homes.
“Through the mentorship of the leaders at Stark & Stark, P.C., and especially, Denise Mariani, Esq., the chair of the nursing home group, I had the unmatched opportunity to develop critical legal and trial skills for representing clients in this field,” said Jonathan. “I am greatly appreciative to be welcomed to join the firm’s ranks as a shareholder and continue my work advocating for the elderly and those injured from abuse and neglect.”
Jonathan has been with Stark & Stark since 2018. He currently resides in Lambertville, NJ and serves as a Board Member for the Greater Lambertville Chamber of Commerce.
Congratulations!
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Stark & Stark is shining a spotlight on each of our attorneys who have been promoted to Shareholder this year.
Joseph Gable is a member of the Accident & Personal Injury Group in the Marlton office. He represents individuals that have been killed or have suffered spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries and other catastrophic injuries resulting from the negligence of others, including automobile crashes, premises liability, including slip and fall, elevator and escalator injuries, and snow and ice related injuries, and product liability matters.
“While I am incredibly proud to have been elected as a Shareholder with Stark & Stark, it was far from a solo effort. From my wife and family who support me and allow me to pour myself into my work, to the attorneys, paralegals, and secretaries I work with every day, there are many people that have helped me along the way,” said Joseph. “It is always great to have your hard work recognized, but honestly not much has changed, and I think that is a compliment to the culture at our firm. From the day I started as an associate, even the most senior shareholders treated me as an equal and never less than. That is a huge part of what makes me so proud to join their ranks!”
Joseph has been with Stark & Stark since 2018. He currently resides in Cinnaminson, NJ where he coaches youth soccer and baseball.
Congratulations!
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Stark & Stark is proud to announce that Zachary Breidenbach, Esq. has been admitted to the Supreme Court of the United States.
To be admitted to the Supreme Court of the United States, an attorney must be in good standing with a state Bar, submit a thorough application, and be sponsored by two current Bar members. Zachary was sponsored by Stark & Stark Shareholders Craig Hilliard and Brian Carlis. Once admitted, attorneys are allocated special seating in the courtroom and access to the Court’s restricted library.
Zachary is a member of the firm’s Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights and Commercial Litigation Groups. He concentrates his practice in the area of commercial foreclosures, loan workouts, bankruptcy, and real estate litigation.
Congratulations!
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Stark & Stark is proud to announce that Jennifer Millner, Esq. has joined the Board of Directors of Dress for Success Central New Jersey.
Dress for Success is a non-profit organization with the mission to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire, and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Dress for Success Central New Jersey (DFSCNJ) provides services throughout Burlington, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Somerset Counties and has served over 15,000 women since 2007.
“Much of my work in family law has been centered on guiding people towards a better future for themselves and their children,” said Jennifer. “The mission of Dress for Success to empower women to achieve economic independence parallels my goals and I am so thrilled to be a part of such a wonderful organization.”
Congratulations Jennifer!
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Stark & Stark is proud to announce that Bryan Roberts, Esq. has been appointed to serve on the New Jersey Supreme Court Committee on Character for Part VI (Out of State Candidates). He will serve as a Committee member until 2024.
“I am honored to serve on the Supreme Court’s Committee on Character and further its mission to protect the integrity of the legal profession in New Jersey,” said Bryan.
Bryan is a member of Stark & Stark’s Accident & Personal Injury and Truck Accident Groups, where he represents the victims of commercial motor vehicle crashes in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. For the last 19 years, Bryan has maintained a Commercial Driver’s License (“CDL”), which he turned into an asset, as his perspective and experience from both sides of the truck driving industry have elevated Bryan into a leader in the legal field.
Congratulations Bryan!
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Stark & Stark’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Committee walked alongside the Bayard Rustin Center for Social Justice (BRCSJ) in their annual Princeton Pride Parade on Saturday, June 17th. We are proud to support the LGBTQIA+ community and celebrate love.
Shareholder Thomas Onder, who is on the BRCSJ Board of Directors and a member of the firm’s DE&I Committee, shared his thoughts on the event: “What a great turnout of support for this wonderful event in our own backyard. The Pride Parade is a real concrete example of diversity, equity, and inclusion in action. Thanks to all who attended.”
The BRCSJ is focused on activism and education while providing a safe space for LGBTQIA+ youth, intersectional families, and the diverse community. If you would like to learn more about the Bayard Rustin Center for Social Justice, please click here.
Stark & Stark’s DE&I Committee is comprised of employees from each of our offices, who meet regularly to monitor the progress of the firm’s inclusion and diversity efforts and the forging of a closer alliance with the various national, regional, and local diversity organizations.
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