Walsh Pizzi O'Reilly Falanga LLP

09/30/2026

09/22/2026

Please join us in welcoming back Michael Asante-Appiah and Lauryn Kearney to Walsh Pizzi O'Reilly Falanga LLP! 👏

Both Michael and Lauryn are former Walsh Summer Associates and return to the firm following judicial clerkships with the New Jersey Superior Court, Appellate Division. They will focus their practices on Business and Commercial Litigation.

🔗 https://walsh.law/welcome-michael-and-lauryn/

09/20/2026

Walsh wishes all who observe Yom Kippur an easy fast and a meaningful day of reflection.

09/15/2026

During Hispanic Heritage Month, Walsh celebrates the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. We recognize and celebrate the diverse perspectives, talents, and leadership that strengthen and shape the legal profession, our workplaces, and the communities we serve.

09/11/2026

Walsh wishes a happy, healthy, and sweet Jewish New Year to you, your loved ones, and your communities.

09/11/2026

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to honor the extraordinary courage and sacrifice of the first responders and all those who chose to help in the face of unimaginable tragedy.

As we reflect on this solemn anniversary, we are reminded of the enduring values of courage, service, and unity that continue to inspire us in our work and in our communities.

09/07/2026

Labor Day is a time to reflect on the contributions of all who work to build stronger businesses, institutions, and communities. Walsh Pizzi O’Reilly Falanga LLP thanks our clients, colleagues, and professionals across every industry for their dedication, contributions, and lasting impact on our communities.

Wishing everyone a safe and restful Labor Day.

08/20/2026

Walsh is pleased to announce that Best Lawyers has selected 13 partners for recognition in the 2027 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and 11 associates in Ones to Watch®. 👏

📰 https://walsh.law/2027-best-lawyers/

08/11/2026

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝟮𝟱 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗮𝘄𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲

Rooted in the belief that justice is a right, not a privilege, Volunteer Lawyers for Justice has spent the last quarter-century ensuring New Jerseyans experiencing poverty don't have to face the legal system alone.

As we prepare to celebrate VLJ’s 25th anniversary at our 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗮: 𝘊𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 25 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴 on Tuesday, October 6, we want to honor those supporters who make our celebration—and work ensuring access to justice—possible.

This year’s Dual Golf & Gala Sponsor is Walsh Pizzi O'Reilly Falanga LLP, and we’re incredibly grateful for their generosity and partnership.

Help us celebrate 25 years of free civil legal help that protects rights, expands opportunity, drives economic mobility, and strengthens communities. Secure your tickets, sponsorships, and/or event journal ads at vljnj.org/annualgala.

08/06/2026

The New Jersey Supreme Court reversed the Appellate Division this week, holding that a 2019 amendment expanding passive abuser liability applies prospectively only—not retroactively.

The amendment eliminated the “within the household” requirement for passive liability, significantly broadening the scope of potential defendants, including schools and other institutions. Because claims under the statute allow prevailing plaintiffs to recover attorneys’ fees and costs, retroactive application would have substantially increased exposure for organizations facing historical claims.

Walsh attorneys Peter J. Pizzi, Eric S. Padilla and Carmen I. Abrazado advocated for reversal through an amicus curiae brief on behalf of the New Jersey Defense Association, arguing that the amendment created a substantive expansion of liability and should not impose new legal exposure for conduct that occurred before the amendment’s December 1, 2019 effective date.

🔗 https://walsh.law/nj-supreme-court-rejects-retroactive-expansion-of-passive-liability/