Chambers USA 2012 Edition

Clients are quick to laud this firm for its responsiveness and communication skills, alongside its bankruptcy expertise. The team is respected for its ability to resolve complex litigation and bankruptcy matters. Recently, the team has been involved in a number of regional and national matters which have also required the input of the firm's wider strength including real estate, tax and corporate.

This established New Jersey firm's expansive corporate team has seasoned expertise in both transactional M&A matters and corporate support. The team provides a service that client's praise as being of the highest standard. A presence in New York also gives the firm added capacity and expertise in the most sophisticated deals. It is also praised for its ability to deal with both legal and business issues in a conscientious manner.

This large-scale practice has had another strong year, having assisted in numerous hospital consolidations and physician alignment transactions. It has also been busy in the defense of federal and state governmental audits and investigations. The group receives particular praise for its responsive and client-focused approach, with clients highlighting its seminars given on US health reform legislation.

The group is particularly known for its strengths in sophisticated employment disputes, and is especially well-versed in cases concerning sexual harassment, whistle-blowing, restrictive covenants, and employment contract issues.

This litigation team has a diverse array of expertise and is particularly strong in commercial and product liability disputes. Its attorneys draw much acclaim for their business-minded, cost-effective, and client-focused approach to matters, and maintain an excellent track record for advising organizations in the finance and healthcare sectors. The group also comes recommended for its representation of pharmaceutical companies, and remains a good choice for clients seeking advice pertaining to class actions. In addition, it is also well equipped to handle white-collar crime litigation, regularly dealing with government investigations and issues concerning tax fraud.

This venerable practice has an impressive reputation in the sector, and has been particularly recognized for its deep understanding of cross-border transactions, commercial real estate law and retail-related work. It acts for a diverse client base including national retail tenants and landlords, and various Fortune 500 companies. The group earns accolades for its outstanding skill and legal knowledge as well as for its excellent business sense and entrepreneurial creativity. It is also highly praised for its accommodating, service-oriented approach.