Chasan Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC

08/12/2026

What makes a strong leadership team?

Our latest article explores how communication, trust, accountability, and shared vision can help build high-performing administrative teams. We'll be exploring these topics at our upcoming Fall Leadership Seminar: Leadership in Action – Aligning Vision, People, and Performance.

📅 October 6, 2026
📍 Canoe Brook Country Club | Summit, NJ
🎟️ Complimentary | Breakfast & lunch provided

Read the full article and learn more about the seminar: https://www.chasanlaw.com/news/why-leadership-development-matters-in-todays-new-jersey-school-districts/

Reserve your seat: https://form.jotform.com/260276077730054

Register for CLM&C Fall Leadership Seminar, Leadership in Action: Aligning Vision, People, and Performance, on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at Canoe Brook Country Club in Summit, New Jersey.

08/06/2026

What does the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on transgender student participation in school sports mean for New Jersey school districts?

Our latest legal update analyzes West Virginia v. B.P.J., explains the Court's ruling, and discusses why New Jersey school districts should continue following existing state law and guidance.

Read the full article: https://www.chasanlaw.com/news/west-virginia-v-bpj-transgender-student-athletics-nj-school-district/

On June 30, 2026, the United States Supreme Court issued its decision in West Virginia v. B.P.J., holding that Title IX and the Equal Protection Clause do not prohibit states from adopting laws that restrict participation on girls’ and women’s athletic teams based on biological s*x.

07/24/2026

CLM&C is excited to announce our Fall Leadership Seminar, Leadership in Action: Aligning Vision, People, and Performance.

Join us on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 for a complimentary leadership seminar designed for New Jersey school district leadership teams. Attendees will gain practical insights on communication, trust, leadership, accountability, and legal compliance.

Visit our website to learn more about the seminar, and reserve your seat using the registration link in the publication:

https://www.chasanlaw.com/news/leadership-in-action-join-our-fall-leadership-seminar-for-new-jersey-school-district-leaders/

We hope you'll join us this October!

Chasan Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC is excited to announce our first Fall Leadership Seminar, Leadership in Action: Aligning Vision, People, and Performance, on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at Canoe Brook Country Club in Summit, New Jersey.

07/22/2026

Could emails sent from a school board member's personal email account be subject to an OPRA request?

A recent New Jersey Supreme Court decision provides important guidance on public records, transparency, and the responsibilities of boards of education when conducting public business.

Learn More: https://www.chasanlaw.com/news/what-new-jersey-school-boards-need-to-know-after-rosetti-v-ramapo/

On June 11, 2026, the New Jersey Supreme Court issued its decision in Rosetti v. Ramapo-Indian Hills Regional High School Board of Education, reminding school boards across the State that, as governmental entities, they are expected to conduct public business with a high degree of transparency.

07/07/2026

We are pleased to announce that Jaclyn Morgese and James B. Shovlin have been named Partners of CLM&C effective July 1, 2026.

This well-deserved achievement reflects their professionalism, dedication to the practice of law, and continued commitment to providing exceptional service to our clients. We congratulate Jaclyn and James and look forward to their contribution to the Firm!

Read More: https://www.chasanlaw.com/news/clmc-announces-jaclyn-morgese-and-james-shovlin-as-partners/

Chasan Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC is pleased to announce the promotion of Jaclyn M. Morgese and James B. Shovlin to Partner - effective July 1, 2026.

07/02/2026

Is your district prepared? Significant changes to the New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA) take effect on July 17, 2026, expanding employee leave eligibility and creating new considerations for school districts across the state.

Our latest Education Law Alert explores the key changes and what boards of education should consider as they review policies, staffing strategies, and leave administration.

Learn More: https://www.chasanlaw.com/news/new-jersey-family-leave-act-revisions-school-districts/

Beginning July 17, 2026, New Jersey school districts will need to prepare for significant changes to employee leave rights. Earlier this year, Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation substantially expanding the New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA), broadening employee eligibility for protected leave....

06/18/2026

CLM&C is pleased to share that Hon. Peter F. Bariso, Jr., A.J.S.C. (Ret.) and Hon. Thomas P. Olivieri, P.J. Ch. (Ret.) recently spoke with judicial law clerks at the Hudson County Courthouse, offering guidance and insights as they prepare for the next chapter of their legal careers.

Read More: https://www.chasanlaw.com/news/hon-peter-bariso-and-hon-thomas-olivieri-share-career-insights-with-hudson-county-judicial-law-clerks/

Chasan Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC is pleased to share that Hon. Peter F. Bariso, Jr., A.J.S.C. (Ret.) and Hon. Thomas P. Olivieri, P.J.Ch. (Ret.) recently participated in a program for judicial law clerks held on June 9, 2026, at the Hudson County Courthouse.

06/15/2026

When teacher shortages collide with rigid regulatory requirements, school districts are often left with impossible choices.

Dr. Michelle Aquino, Superintendent of North Plainfield Public Schools, discusses the impact of a recent New Jersey Commissioner of Education decision and the challenges districts face in balancing compliance obligations with the practical realities of staffing classrooms.

Read the Full Article: https://www.chasanlaw.com/news/catch-22-why-state-rules-must-evolve-to-survive-teacher-shortage/

A recent final Decision by the New Jersey Commissioner of Education highlights the regulatory Catch-22 we find ourselves in. The ruling highlights a painful disconnect between rigid, pre-pandemic legal frameworks and the ground-level realities of running a school district.

06/11/2026

We're excited to announce the newest addition to our team! Please join us in welcoming Joy Lee to Chasan Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC, as an Associate Attorney.

We look forward to the contributions Joy will make to our Education Law practice group.

Learn More About Joy: https://www.chasanlaw.com/news/joy-lee-associate-attorney-education-law-practice/

Chasan Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC is excited to announce that Joy Lee has joined the Firm as an Associate Attorney, where she will focus her practice on Education Law.

06/04/2026

CLM&C is proud to welcome Rebeca Rojas, Peter Deponte, and Janell Harper to our 2026 Summer Law Clerk Program. This program is designed to introduce law students to the Firm, and provide them an opportunity to explore a variety of practice areas as well as gain insight into the day-to-day practice of law in and out of the courtroom. We look forward to a great summer ahead!

Read More: https://www.chasanlaw.com/news/clmc-welcomes-2026-summer-law-clerks/