NJAO 2026: Legal Update with Patterson & Collins

NJAO 2026: Legal Update with Patterson & Collins
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Brach Eichler LLC attorneys Caroline J. Patterson and Matthew M. Collins will present a Legal Update at the New Jersey Academy of Ophthalmology (NJAO) 2026 Annual Meeting on September 18, 2026, at the Forsgate Country Club.

Registration is open for physicians, technicians, and exhibitors: https://njao.org/event-6652128.

About NJAO

Founded in 1975, the New Jersey Academy of Ophthalmology is the state’s premier professional society of ophthalmologists. Nationally recognized for its leadership in innovative programming, quality education, and strong state advocacy in Trenton, the Society’s mission is:

  • To promote the ophthalmologic welfare of the public

  • To promote the scientific progress of ophthalmology

  • To promote the skills and education of its members

Featured Speakers

  • Caroline J. Patterson, Member & Vice Chair, Healthcare Law

    With more than 25 years of experience counseling healthcare entities and providers, Caroline Patterson focuses on corporate transactions, regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and employment negotiations. She is a frequent speaker for ophthalmic organizations, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists.

  • Matthew M. Collins, Member & Co-Chair, Labor and Employment

    Matthew Collins counsels employers across all aspects of labor and employment law, focusing on workplace compliance, discrimination defense, employment agreements, restrictive covenants, and leave policies. He represents clients in state and federal courts as well as before administrative agencies such as the EEOC and the NJ Division on Civil Rights.

Caroline J. Patterson

Caroline J. Patterson

Member
Healthcare Law

973-364-5233 · 973-618-5547 Fax

Matthew M. Collins

Matthew M. Collins

Member
Labor and Employment, Cannabis Industry, Litigation

973.403.3151 · 973.618.5551 Fax

Related Practices:   Healthcare Law, Labor and Employment

Related Industry:   Healthcare