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Is your employee handbook up to date? Our free Oct. 27 webinar covers AI, remote work, & NJFLA policies every employer needs in 2026.

Three LCR attorneys earned 2027 Best Lawyers in America® recognition in personal injury, commercial litigation, & workers' comp.

Learn the seven most common estate planning mistakes with Tamryn Valenzuela on Oct. 13 in Sparta, New Jersey. Register now.

Laddey Clark & Ryan congratulates Tamryn E. Valenzuela, Esq., who is teaching Trusts & Estates and Elder Law at Sussex County CC this fall.

The September 8, 2026 Legacy Ledger looks at how your estate plan, insurance and retirement savings should change as your life does.

Laddey Clark & Ryan is proud to participate in a free AI forum for small business owners in Northwest NJ on October 28th at…

This issue of The Legacy Ledger revisits Make-A-Will Month, covering key documents, life changes, and inheritance planning.

It's Make a Will Month. This issue of The Legacy Ledger covers everything from drafting a will to why a trust may offer more…

The July 27, 2026 Legacy Ledger dives into travel planning, vacation home trusts, and staying healthy while on the road.

The July Legacy Ledger focuses on thoughtful retirement and estate planning, including IRA strategies and charitable giving.

Significant amendments to the New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA) take effect this week — on July 17, 2026. The NJFLA will expand coverage…

Congratulations to Travis W. Nunziato and Tamryn E. Valenzuela on their election to leadership positions in the Sussex County Bar Association.

Learn how trusts, estate planning, and organized financial records can help protect your family in this month's issue of The Legacy Ledger.

Every year the Brian M. Laddey Scholarship is presented by Laddey, Clark & Ryan, LLP to one graduating senior from Sparta High School and…

Thank you to everyone who joined us in supporting NJ Polo & Pass It Along this past Saturday, June 20! The day was a…

Laddey Clark & Ryan, LLP is proud to share a significant victory for our Workers’ Compensation Department and, more importantly, for injured workers who…

Read the latest Legacy Ledger. Featuring Tamryn's Takeaway, executor selection guidance, trust strategies, and common trust mistakes.

Meet Summer Associate Hunter Gallo. Hunter, who grew up in Stillwater, is a graduate of Harvard University and recently completed his second year at…

Laddey Clark & Ryan is pleased to have two Summer Associates this year. Meet Olivia Amorosi, who previously worked at LCR for 18 months…

Congratulations to LCR’s Meghan Steingall, who was a recipient of Scouting America’s 2026 Sussex County Tribute to Women Award on May 6 at Perona…

Meet Lisa J. Pezzano, who leads the firm’s Workers’ Compensation and Personal Injury practices in its new Phillipsburg office. Lisa previously founded and grew…

Meet Maria Mitchko, a dedicated paralegal who supports all aspects of workers’ compensation matters, from preparing correspondence and motions to coordinating medical records, billing…

Meet Kerry Crowley, a paralegal who has over two decades of experience in the workers’ compensation field. She has been a member of the…

Meet Emily Schmidt, who joined the Pezzano Law Group as Client Intake Specialist in 2023 and now manages all incoming client inquiries and referrals…

Read the latest Legacy Ledger. Featuring Tamryn’s Takeaway, right-to-repair legal updates, and multi-generational asset strategy.

Discover the latest issue of The Legacy Ledger! Learn about proactive estate planning, essential caregiver tips, and choosing beneficiaries.

New Jersey courts made clear that labeling a worker “1099” does not automatically shield companies from liability after a serious crash.

Travis W. Nunziato, Esq. hosted a panel discussion, “The Art of Negotiation” for the Sussex County Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals.

On Sunday, April 26, Ursula H. Leo will present, at the NJ Planning Officials’ Mandatory Education for New Board Members, on Land Use issues.

LCR attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2026 edition of New Jersey Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. Continue reading here.

Laddey Clark & Ryan Employment Series: HR INTENSIVE In-Person Interactive Breakfast Seminar for Employers and HR Professionals at Perona Farms Tuesday, May 19, 2026…

Laddey Clark & Ryan is proud to support the Sussex County Community College Foundation’s 100 Women Project. Continue reading to learn more.

Tamryn E. Valenzuela will speak at “Beginning with the End in Mind–Practical Estate Planning for Administration,” a live webcast by NJICLE.

The March Legacy Ledger focuses on one of the most important—but often overlooked—parts of planning: communication and staying informed.

Ursula H. Leo, Practice Leader of Laddey Clark & Ryan’s Employment Practice, presented a webinar, “Harassment and Discrimination in 2026”.

We’re excited to announce that Lisa Pezzano will be speaking at the Hunterdon County Bar Association’s 2026 Virtual CLE. Read on here.

Laddey Clark & Ryan is pleased to welcome Darlene Wallace as our new Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant. Continue reading here.

Laddey Clark & Ryan is pleased to welcome Lisa Giannotti as a litigation paralegal in our Personal Injury practice. Continue reading here.

On March 12th, Travis W. Nunziato will be a speaker at a program, “Business Development, Marketing & Networking for Young Lawyers.” Read on.

This February 11, 2026 issue of The Legacy Ledger is especially meaningful, centering on family, legacy, and long-term wellbeing. Read on.

The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 is an invitation-only professional organization composed of the premier trial lawyers from each state or region who meet…

Managing Partner Timothy Dinan announced that Sheila Dolan has been promoted to Firm Administrator at Laddey Clark & Ryan. Sheila joined the firm in…

Please join Laddey, Clark & Ryan, LLP for an SHRM-accredited and HRCI-accredited event, Harassment and Discrimination in 2026.

The January 26, 2026, issue of The Legacy Ledger delivers practical guidance on estate planning, tax changes, business law, and more.

The January 12, 2026, Legacy Ledger—the newsletter from Laddey Clark & Ryan, LLP—is a must-read. Continue reading to learn more about it.

This year’s winning design for LCR's holiday card was created by Kaitlyn Zekunde, a high school senior and aspiring artist. Continue reading.

Paralegal James Quiggle led LCR's holiday collection of food at Stop & Shop in Sparta on behalf of the Sparta Community Food Pantry.

Ursula H. Leo, Esq. will be a member of the panel of speakers for AI in Business: Practical Uses, Legal Risks, and Real-World Results.

REMINDER! Join us on December 2 for Laddey Clark & Ryan's employment webinar series: 2025 Updates, End-of-Year HR Checklist. Read on here.

When the Sussex County Economic Development Partnership presented its 2025 SCEDP Economic Development Awards, LCR’s Tim Dinan presented the Business Advocacy Award to both…

Join us on December 2 for Laddey Clark & Ryan's employment webinar series: 2025 Updates, End-of-Year HR Checklist. Continue reading here.

LCR’s Paul Szypiotko has been named to the New Jersey Law Journal’s list of 2025 “New Leaders of the Bar.” Continue reading here.

Laddey Clark & Ryan, LLP is expanding its team! We are looking for both a Personal Injury Attorney and a Personal Injury Paralegal.

Fredric Knapp was invited to be a panel member at the New Jersey State League of Municipalities’ Conference in Atlantic City on November 20.

LAST CALL! Small Business Forum ’25: Strategies to Help Your Business Succeed in Today’s Economy Wednesday October 29, 2025 4:00 – 6:30 p.m. Perona…

Congratulations to LCR’s Paul T. Szypiotko, who has been named to the Board of Directors of 4Cs of Passaic County, Inc.

You are invited to attend a FREE program: Small Business Forum '25: Strategies to Help Your Business Succeed in Today's Economy. Read on here.

Every August, National Make-A-Will Month reminds people of the importance of “getting their affairs in order.” Continue reading here.

Travis W. Nunziato, Esq., of Laddey, Clark & Ryan, LLP, has been featured on the list 2026 Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch®.

We are proud to announce three of our senior attorneys at LCR have been included on the list of 2026 Best Lawyers in America®.

Continuing a long-standing tradition, LCR's attorneys and staff enjoyed a beautiful cruise on Lake Hopatcong aboard Miss Lotta.

Learn how to effectively handle challenging employees from Ursula H. Leo, Practice Leader of Laddey Clark & Ryan's Employment Practice.

LCR serves at 2025 New Jersey State Fair and Sussex County Farm & Horse Show Queen of the Fair Pageant. Continue reading here.

August is #MakeaWillMonth. It’s an annual reminder that the most important legal document you can create is also the most overlooked.

Laddey Clark & Ryan’s Ursula Leo is serving as Sussex County Farm & Horse Show/NJ State Fair Director and Chair of Queen of Fair…

Laddey Clark & Ryan is pleased to announce that Travis Nunziato has been named the Practice Leader of its Workers’ Compensation Department.

Our LCR team and family members were happy to enjoy a night out at the Sussex County Miners game on July 18.

Nunziato was installed as President-Elect and Valenzuela was installed as Trustee at the Sussex County Bar Association’s Installation Dinner.

We wanted to alert you to the significant changes to New Jersey’s “Mansion Tax” law that took effect on July 10, 2025.

Three attorneys have been named as 2025 Ones to Watch by Best Lawyers: Timothy Dinan, Esq., Travis Nunziato, Esq., and Meghan Steingall, Esq.

Two of our outstanding attorneys, Thomas N. Ryan, Esq., and Fredric M. Knapp, Esq., have been listed as 2025 Best Lawyers in America.

This summer, do not lose sight of issues concerning your financial security. So take a look at the July issue of LCR's newsletter.

Congratulations to Paul Szypiotko, who has been selected to join the Board of Directors of the Mental Health Association. Continue reading.

Congratulations to Travis Nunziato, who was installed last evening as President-Elect of the Sussex County Bar Association for the 2025-2026 term.

Laddey Clark & Ryan is proud that Travis Nunziato is in line to be the next President of the Sussex County Bar Association.

In honor of Juneteenth, LCR finds that estate planning ensures future generations benefit from the sacrifices of those who came before them.

Congratulations to Travis W. Nunziato who has officially been appointed to serve as the Sussex County Representative on the NJSBA JPAC.

Tomorrow, the Sussex County Chamber of Commerce will present the winners of the inaugural Inspiring Women Awards, honoring exceptional women who lead, inspire and…

June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month, a time to recognize the impact of Alzheimer's on individuals and families during estate planning.

The New Jersey’s wage transparency law will take effect on June 1, 2025. This new law has broad coverage. Continue reading to learn more.

Congratulations to Alan Levine, LCR’s Director of Marketing, who was honored by Family Connections' Roger Manshel Lifetime Achievement Award.

Congratulations to Travis Nunziato, who has been nominated as President-Elect of the Sussex County Bar Association for the 2025-2026 term.

Meet LCR’s new summer intern, Kaitlyn Counterman. Kaitlyn is a 2022 graduate of the Morris County School of Technology. Continue reading.

This May, marking the summer rush of graduations, vacations, and other activities, please keep up with the latest developments in Elder Law.

On May 6, Ursula Leo and Paul Szypiotko of Laddey Clark & Ryan’s Employment and Labor Law Practice Group presented a HR Refresher.

We are pleased to congratulate former Managing Partner, Thomas N. Ryan, on the assumption of his new role at the firm as Senior Counsel.

On May 2, Senior Counsel Fredric Knapp will be presenting in a New Jersey League of Municipalities webinar. Continue reading to learn more.

There are financial assistance programs to support businesses impacted by the sinkholes and closures on Interstate 80 in Morris County.

The SBA and NJEDA have introduced financial assistance programs to support businesses and nonprofits impacted by sinkholes on Interstate 80.

Join Laddey Clark & Ryan's Employment and Labor Law Practice Group for an information-packed four-hour HR Refresher.

Congratulations to Paralegal James Quiggle on his 10 years with Laddey Clark & Ryan. Continue reading here.

We would like to congratulate Business Paralegal Jessica Bisanzio on her 10th anniversary with Laddey Clark & Ryan.

Sheila Dolan, Laddey Clark & Ryan’s Controller/Office Manager, recently celebrated her 10th anniversary at LCR. She says, “Ten years have flown by, and I’m…

As we welcome April and the fresh start of Spring, it is a perfect time to revisit your Estate Planning goals. Continue reading here.

On March 21, 2025, FinCEN issued an interim final rule (IFR) that substantially restricts the scope of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA).

Laddey Clark & Ryan, LLC attorneys have been selected for the 2025 New Jersey Super Lawyers and New Jersey Super Lawyers – Rising Stars.

Once again, Timothy Dinan has been selected for inclusion as a member of the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers guide.

Senior Counsel Fredric Knapp has been reappointed as a Disciplinary Hearing Officer and as a Contract Referee/Hearing Officer. Read on here.

The EEOC issued guidance on March 19, clarifying what constitutes “unlawful discrimination” related to DEI in the workplace. Read on here.

On February 25, Ursula Leo presented the first in our 2025 Employment Law Webinar series, “2025 Updates.” Continue reading to learn more.