News & Insights

More NJ Case Law on LLCs Would Aid Attys, Litigants, Biz

In a recent article for Law360, Archer partner Gianfranco Pietrafesa, a member of the firm's Business Counseling Group, highlights the lack of New Jersey case law interpreting the New Jersey Revised Uniform Limited Liability Company Act (NJ-RULLCA). Since LLCs are the most widely used business entity in the state, the limited number of published opinions creates uncertainty for attorneys, litigants, and businesses seeking clarity on key governance and statutory issues. ...read more

EPA's Proposal to Rescind 2009 Endangerment Finding and the Impact of 'Loper Bright'

The EPA has proposed rescinding its 2009 “endangerment finding,” the foundation for federal greenhouse gas regulations. The agency argues that the Supreme Court’s 2024 decision in Loper Bright v. Raimondo, which overturned the long-standing Chevron doctrine, undermines the legal basis for the finding. ...read more

Conflicting Noncompete Laws Create a Choice-of Law Chess Match

In an article for Bloomberg Law, partner Tom Muccifori, chair of Archer’s Trade Secret Protection & Restrictive Covenants Group, explores the growing uncertainty surrounding noncompete enforcement and highlights the critical role of choice-of-law and jurisdictional provisions in mitigating risk. ...read more

Federal Regulation of Payment Stablecoins Underway

As part of Congress’ effort to provide clarity and legal guidance in digital assets, the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act, or Genius Act, was signed into law on July 18, 2025.  The Genius Act establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for payment stablecoins. ...read more

New IRS Regulations Modify Interest Capitalization Requirements for Property Improvements

On October 2, 2025, the IRS and Treasury Department issued final regulations (TD 10034) (the “Final Rules”) simplifying the interest capitalization rules for improvements that constitute the production of designated property under §263A(f) of the Internal Revenue Code. The Final Rules eliminate the “associated property rule,” which previously required capitalization of interest on property temporarily withdrawn from service or not yet placed in service, and make conforming amendments for consistency. These changes were issued in response to the Federal Circuit’s decision in Dominion Resources, Inc. v. United States, 681 F.3d 1313 (Fed. Cir. 2012), which invalidated portions of the associated property rule as inconsistent with the avoided cost principle underlying §263A(f). Effective October 2, 2025, the Final Rules apply to tax years beginning thereafter. ...read more

New H-1B Application Fee Requirement Announced

On Friday, September 19, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a Presidential Proclamation that set forth new conditions and restrictions on the admission of workers on H-1B visas into the United States. The most immediate effect of this Proclamation is to require the payment of a $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applications. While some of the language of the Proclamation is open-ended, it is critical to note that this fee, as stated, applies only to new applications for prospective workers who are currently outside the country. Thus, the Proclamation does not apply to those: ...read more

Amid Record-Breaking Rate Increases, Are Midsize Firms Leaving Money on the Table?

In a recent LAW.COM article on billing rate trends, Archer Environmental Practice Chair Marc Rollo was among the attorneys interviewed about the growing divide between Big Law and midsize firms. The article examined whether midsize firms are missing opportunities by holding back on rate increases while larger firms continue to push double-digit growth. ...read more

Three Distinguished Legacies Continue

After decades of distinguished service on the bench, the Honorable Marie Lihotz (Ret.), the Honorable Raymond Batten (Ret.), and the Honorable Lee Solomon (Ret.) have brought their judicial insight, leadership, and commitment to fairness to Archer & Greiner’s Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Group. Each offers a unique perspective shaped by years of experience in New Jersey’s court system, and SJ Magazine recently spoke to each of them regarding their careers and Archer’s ADR Group. ...read more

U.S. Supreme Court to Clarify Sovereign Immunity Across State Lines

In its upcoming term, the U.S. Supreme Court is set to address whether a state agency like New Jersey Transit can be sued in another state’s court for injuries that occurred outside its home state. The case arises from two separate lawsuits: one filed in Pennsylvania and another in New York, both involving accidents involving New Jersey Transit buses. While New York’s high court allowed the lawsuit to proceed, Pennsylvania’s court held that sovereign immunity barred such claims. ...read more

The Future of DEI in Legal

The legal landscape around diversity, equity, and inclusion has shifted significantly in the wake of several significant judicial opinions. While the legal profession has been notoriously slow to make progress in its efforts to nurture more inclusive practice environments, there is optimism about the advancement of inclusion in the profession.  ...read more

Marc Rollo Appointed to Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia

Marc Rollo, incoming President of Archer and Chair of the firm’s Environmental Law Practice, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia. ...read more

Archer Announces Marc Rollo as Firm President

Archer & Greiner P.C. (“Archer”) is pleased to announce that Marc Rollo has been elected president of the firm, effective January 1, 2026. Marc will succeed Christopher Gibson, who has served in the role of president since 2010. ...read more

Deborah Hays and David Edelstein Recognized by New Jersey Legal Awards

Archer is proud to announce that partners Deborah A. Hays and David F. Edelstein have been recognized by the 2025 New Jersey Legal Awards presented by the New Jersey Law Journal. Deborah Hays, Chair of Archer’s Board of Directors and head of the firm’s Business Counseling Group, was named a finalist in the “Dealmakers” category, while David Edelstein, a member of the firm’s Environmental Law Group, was selected as a winner in the “Unsung Heroes” category. A winner in the Dealmakers category will be announced at the New Jersey Legal Awards Dinner on October 30, 2025. ...read more

Rebuilding Trust, Culture & Commitment in the DEIB Reset

Partner Carlos Bollar will join a panel of thought leaders and practitioners for a strategy-focused discussion on rebuilding trust, culture, and commitment in the evolving DEIB landscape at CCSNJ’s DEI&B Forum. Moderated by Marcus Allen, the panel will break down what’s working, what isn’t, and how to create a DEIB culture that is both adaptable and anchored in core values. Designed as an interactive “strategy lab,” the session will provide attendees with actionable insights, renewed energy, and bold clarity on how to move DEIB initiatives forward with purpose and integrity. ...read more

Ethics and Accounting Actions

Partner Andrew Cevasco will be presenting the session “Ethics and Accounting Actions” at the Bergen County Bar Association program, Mastering Elder Law: Advanced Strategies for the Modern Practitioner. Practitioners of elder law can learn the latest tips and tricks from industry experts. The full dynamic event combines elder law lectures with an interactive mock trial. ...read more

Labor and Employment in New Jersey and Italy

Peter Frattarelli, partner and chair of Archer’s Labor and Employment Group, will moderate “Labor and Employment in New Jersey and Italy” at the NJSBA 2025 Mid-Year Meeting. The panel will feature attorneys from both regions discussing similarities and differences in labor and employment law, alongside judges, scholars, and thought leaders offering insight into the latest developments in the law with an Italian twist.    ...read more