Litigation
Members
- Keith J. Roberts
- Edward D. Altabet
- Alex S. Capozzi
- Shannon Carroll
- Matthew M. Collins
- Riza I. Dagli
- Charles X. Gormally
- Anthony M. Juliano
- Thomas Kamvosoulis
- Bob Kasolas
- Andrew R. Macklin
- Eric Magnelli
- Stuart J. Polkowitz
- Anthony M. Rainone
- Richard B. Robins
- Sean Alden Smith
- Carl J. Soranno
- Michael A. Spizzuco, Jr.
- Frances B. Stella
- Rose Suriano
Counsel
- Lindsay P. Cambron
- Mark E. Critchley
- Paul J. DeMartino, Jr.
- Edward Ellersick
- Autumn M. McCourt
- Theodore J. McEvoy
- Konstantine G. Paschalidis
- Michael A. Rienzi
- Thomas J. Spies
- Lauren Adornetto Woods
Associates
Paralegals
- John Martin
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Keith J. Roberts, Chair
Our litigation attorneys are serious litigators. At Brach Eichler, we serve as trusted advisors to our clients in matters from initial case assessment to resolution. Understanding risk and damage exposure guides our pre-litigation strategies. We focus on the needs of our clients with proactive thinking and provide counsel on how to avoid or minimize potential liability in their personal, professional, and business activities. Our lawyers seek to resolve legal matters with an efficient and cost-effective approach. But at the same time, we are zealous advocates. Most important, we build long-term relationships with our clients. We learn the business, the industry, and the culture of our clients so we can deliver exceptional and value-driven legal services.
The litigation attorneys at Brach Eichler are active members of the trial bar in the state and federal courts of New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and other jurisdictions. And of note, several members of the litigation practice have been recognized by the New Jersey Supreme Court as Certified Civil Trial Attorneys.
We represent national and international companies, as well as mid-sized companies, in many types of legal matters, ranging from contract and business disputes, construction claims, business torts, employment disputes, copyright infringement, unfair competition, trade secret litigation, shareholder disputes, regulatory matters, supply chain and beyond. We are also recognized leaders to healthcare providers in complex reimbursement and regulatory disputes, claim audits, disciplinary proceedings before state medical boards, restrictive covenant breaches, insurance fraud matters, governmental investigations, and medical practice shareholder actions.
Clients rely upon Brach Eichler’s litigation team. We have earned a reputation of excellence with demonstrated ability to litigate complex issues and position our clients for successful outcomes. We engage in detailed research and analysis, involving the client in every stage of the process. When the time comes for trial, we are well-equipped and ready.
Although our savvy and experienced attorneys maintain a wealth of experience litigating cases through trial, we strive to avoid such expense and risk by seeking practical solutions to the conflicts our clients encounter. Brach Eichler is also known for having the business acumen necessary to understand our clients’ goals and develop creative solutions to our clients’ most challenging problems.
We prosecute and defend a broad range of complex litigation, including:
- Actions before the New Jersey State Licensing Boards
- ADR/Arbitration/Mediation
- Appellate matters
- Bankruptcy/Creditors rights
- Business/Commercial litigation
- Complex healthcare payor audits and reimbursement litigation
- Contract/Vendor disputes
- Construction litigation
- Criminal and civil federal and state healthcare investigations
- Domain name disputes
- Employment discrimination
- Environmental litigation
- General litigation
- Governmental regulations
- Healthcare law and regulatory matters
- Insurance fraud
- Personal injury litigation
- Real estate litigation
- Supply chain litigation
- Trademark/copyright infringement
- Trusts/Estates litigation and Will contests
- White collar crime
Our Promise+
At Brach Eichler, we are committed to a meaningful partnership with our clients. We move forward with a shared vision, one that is carefully crafted and thoughtfully and practically implemented. Together, we achieve success.
Insights+
Awards, August 15, 2024
45 Total Brach Eichler Attorneys Recognized in the “2025 Best Lawyers in America©” List by Best Lawyers
Firm Announcements & Wins, June 7, 2024
Paul J. DeMartino Jr. Successfully Obtained a $7.6M Judgment in Favor of a Group of Orthopedic Surgeons
Videos & Podcasts, May 20, 2024
[PODCAST] A Primer on the New FTC Non-Compete Clause Rule w/Keith J. Roberts
Events, May 2, 2024
WEBINAR | NJ Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights Law Goes Into Effect Soon – Prepare Now!
Alerts, April 17, 2024
Witness Coaching – A Prohibited Practice That Carries Significant Consequences for Both Attorney and Client
B|E in the News, April 2, 2024
Keith J. Roberts Law360 Interview About Joining Brach Eichler’s Executive Committee
Videos & Podcasts, April 2, 2024
[Podcast] Current Trends with Non-Compete Agreements with Rose Suriano, Esq.
Firm Announcements & Wins, March 29, 2024
Rose Suriano and Robyn Lym successfully defeated a motion to dismiss the complaint in a $23 million breach of contract case
B|E in the News, March 26, 2024
Rose Suriano included in the New York Real Estate Journal’s “Women in Construction” Issue
Awards, March 26, 2024
33 Attorneys from Brach Eichler Recognized for Inclusion in 2024 Edition of the New Jersey “Super Lawyers” list by Super Lawyers®
Firm Announcements & Wins, March 22, 2024
Two of Brach Eichler’s Healthcare Law Members Named in NJBIZ’s “Leaders in Law” List
B|E in the News, March 21, 2024
On the Move and After Hours: Fox Rothschild; Ogletree Deakins; Norris McLaughlin; Brach Eichler; Seiden
Newsletters, March 19, 2024
Litigation Quarterly Advisor: Commercial Litigation Edition – Winter 2024
Events, February 27, 2024
Brach Eichler’s Autumn McCourt serves as a Mock Trial Judge at the Sussex County High School Mock Trial Tournament
Firm Announcements & Wins, January 23, 2024
Rose Suriano successfully obtained a dismissal of all claims of breach of fiduciary duty and mismanagement against her client
Firm Announcements & Wins, December 20, 2023
Brach Eichler attorney Rose Suriano recently settled a shareholder dispute for her client involving multiple companies in multiple states, valued at over $100 million, allowing her client to operate independently.
Videos & Podcasts, December 4, 2023
[Podcast] Tips for Physicians to Avoid Potential Litigations with Keith J. Roberts
Videos & Podcasts, November 22, 2023
[Podcast] Home Improvement Contractors – Eight Essential Questions with Andrew Macklin
Alerts, November 15, 2023
Litigation Law Alert | Registering To Do Business In A State May Subject Your Company To Personal Jurisdiction In That State
Awards, November 2, 2023
Brach Eichler has been included in the “2024 Best Law Firms in New Jersey” list by Best Lawyers!
Events, September 7, 2023
NJHMR Panel Spotlight – Practice Management Panel of Experts: Hot Topics Relevant to Your Practice
B|E in the News, September 5, 2023
Brach Eichler Litigation Chief Keith Roberts on ‘Incessant Innovation’
B|E in the News, August 30, 2023
Landlord group sues to stop Jersey City’s new tenant right-to-counsel program
Awards, August 21, 2023
Fifteen Brach Eichler Attorneys Included In Best Lawyers© “Ones To Watch” 2024
Awards, August 17, 2023
Forty Total Brach Eichler Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers in America© 2024
Awards, August 6, 2023
Brach Eichler Recognized as NJLJ’s 2023 Healthcare Litigation Department of the Year for the Third Consecutive Year!
Articles, August 1, 2023
Nationwide Enforcement Action Against Health Care Fraud Results in $2.5 Billion in Charges
Awards, August 1, 2023
Brach Eichler Recognized by New Jersey Law Journal “2023 Legal Awards” in Multiple Categories: Healthcare Litigation Department of the Year, Dealmaker Finalist and Mentor of the Year Awards
Awards, July 26, 2023
John D. Fanburg and Charles X. Gormally selected for NJBIZ Power 50 in Law List
Alerts, June 9, 2023
Enforceability of Arbitration Clauses-Has the New Jersey Appellate Division’s Recent Decision Provided Clarity?
B|E in the News, June 2, 2023
On the Move and After Hours: Brach Eichler; Riker Danzig; Fox Rothschild; Hunterdon County Bar; Capehart Scatchard
Alerts, May 15, 2023
Brach Eichler Boosts Growth of Litigation Practice, Announcing Two New Members, Edward D. Altabet and Andrew Macklin, and Associate Susan Schulman
B|E in the News, May 15, 2023
Brach Eichler boosts growth of litigation practice, announcing 2 new members
B|E in the News, May 15, 2023
Brach Eichler boosts growth of litigation practice, announcing 2 new members
Firm Announcements & Wins, May 11, 2023
30 Attorneys from Brach Eichler Recognized for Inclusion in the “2023 New Jersey Super Lawyers” list by Super Lawyers®
Alerts, April 24, 2023
Proposed Laws to Limit Non-Compete Clauses: New Jersey Assembly Bill A3715 and the FTC Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
Articles, March 2, 2023
Tying The Knot A Second Time: Prenuptial Agreements and In-Tandem Estate Planning
Newsletters, February 16, 2023
Litigation Quarterly Advisor – Family Law Advisor Edition – Winter 2023
Firm Announcements & Wins, February 7, 2023
Brach Eichler attorneys Rose Suriano, Stuart Polkowitz and Robyn Lym, recently obtained a multi-million-dollar win for a Fortune 500 client
B|E in the News, February 3, 2023
Middle Market, Big Revenue: How the 50 Most Successful Midsize Firms Earned $3.6 Billion
Firm Announcements & Wins, January 26, 2023
Court Victory for Stuart Polkowitz and Mark Critchley in Webb v. Hubward Co.
Events, January 24, 2023
Think You Can’t Get Attorneys’ Fees Under the Prompt Payment Act – Think Again
Alerts, January 23, 2023
Pay-if-Paid Clauses in a Construction Contract: Has the New Jersey Appellate Court Recently Deemed Them Enforceable?
B|E in the News, January 18, 2023
Federal Reserve Policy, Skyrocketing Interest Rates and Prospects of Recession: The Impact on the Valuation of a Closely Held Business.
Firm Announcements & Wins, December 1, 2022
Brach Eichler attorneys Riza Dagli and Autumn McCourt win $2.4M trial verdict in commercial dispute.
Articles, November 8, 2022
Proposed Legislation Might Change The Landscape Regarding Post-Employment Restrictive Covenants In Healthcare And Other Industries
Awards, November 3, 2022
Brach Eichler has been included in the “2023 Best Law Firms in New Jersey” list by Best Lawyers and U.S. News & World Report!
Articles, October 19, 2022
Eighth Circuit Splits with Third, Creates “But For” Causation Test For FCA Claims Based on Anti-Kickback Statute Violations
Articles, September 26, 2022
Pending NJ bills would greatly impact Home Improvement Contractors in relation to licensing, contractual regulations and litigation issues
B|E in the News, September 19, 2022
‘Transform Complexity Into an Advantage’: Litigation Departments of the Year and In-House Impact Honorees on Success
Articles, August 30, 2022
Thomas Kamvosoulis and Eric Alvarez settled a large commercial litigation for approximately $10 million, recovering the entirety of damages requested by the client
Articles, August 30, 2022
Rose Suriano, Stuart Polkowitz, and Robyn Lym successfully obtained a temporary restraining order in a dispute involving a Board’s election procedures and amendments to an Association’s Bylaws
Awards, August 18, 2022
New Jersey Law Journal Names Brach Eichler their “2022 Healthcare Litigation Department of the Year”
B|E in the News, August 10, 2022
This N.J. hospital canceled surgeries over alleged understaffing. Now it’s suing.
Articles, July 25, 2022
DOJ Charges COVID Fraudsters After Raking $150 Million Through Elaborate Schemes
Articles, July 15, 2022
Forced Arbitration for Sexual Assault or Harassment Claims in the Workplace now Banned by Federal Law
B|E in the News, July 13, 2022
Oh the Move & After Hours: Brach Eichler; Sills Cummis; Rainone Coughlin; Cooper Levenson
Articles, June 13, 2022
Critical Considerations in Hybrid Environments: There is no “One Size Fits All” Model
B|E in the News, May 16, 2022
Keith J. Roberts, Litigation Co-Chair writes in The New Jersey Law Journal about “What a Medical Provider Should Do When a Patient Is Threatening a Lawsuit.”
Events, March 29, 2022
NJSBA Panel Discussion – “The Crossover between Chancery and Business Court: Does your case belong in Chancery? Does your case belong in Law Division?”
Awards, March 28, 2022
27 Attorneys from Brach Eichler Recognized for Inclusion in Super Lawyers’ 2022 Edition of their “New Jersey Super Lawyers” List
Events, February 28, 2022
Seminar: The Crossover Between Chancery and Business Court
March 29 at 9 a.m. NJ Law Center, New Brunswick or Online
B|E in the News, February 17, 2022
Jay Sabin’s Recent Case Involving a Wells Fargo Advisor and an Elderly Eye Doctor is Highlighted in the New York Post
B|E in the News, February 9, 2022
Rose Suriano to Speak at Qualitest’s “Coffee Chat with Inspiring Women Leaders” on 2/10
Alerts, February 3, 2022
Transportation Alert: DIY Motor Carrier Fixes to Supply Chain Problems: Hours of Service
B|E in the News, December 16, 2021
Charles Gormally Quoted in Montclair Patch About Montclair’s Rent Control Law and the NJ Court’s Recent Opinion on this Dispute
Alerts, November 29, 2021
Litigation Alert: Recent New Jersey Appellate Division Opinion Provides Guidance for the Enforceability of Online Contracts
B|E in the News, November 23, 2021
Litigation Member Bob Kasolas’ Surf Apparel Client Says Cannabis Company Infringed ‘Jetty’ IP in Law360
B|E in the News, November 23, 2021
Litigation Associates and New Hires Eric Alvarez and Rebecca Kinburn, Speak with Law360 About Joining Brach Eichler
B|E in the News, November 11, 2021
Jury Awards $2.75 Million to New Jersey Inventors of Ophthalmic Surgical Product Against Harrow Health (HROW)
B|E in the News, November 9, 2021
Brach Eichler Named a 2022 Best Law Firm by Best Lawyers and U.S. News & World Report
Events, September 28, 2021
You’re Invited: Construction Roundtable Panel Discussion
October 19, 2021 at Mountain Ridge Country Club at 5:30 p.m.
B|E in the News, September 24, 2021
Rose Suriano, Member and Co-Chair, Litigation Named a 2021 Best 50 Women in Business Honoree by NJBIZ
Articles, September 15, 2021
New Jersey Law Journal Spotlights Brach Eichler’s Healthcare Litigation Department – 2021 Winners of the Healthcare Litigation Department of the Year Award
Firm Announcements & Wins, August 19, 2021
Seventeen Brach Eichler Attorneys Included in The Best Lawyers in America© 2022
Six Brach Eichler Attorneys Included in “Ones to Watch” – Two New to the List!
Articles, August 12, 2021
Internal Communications Between In-House Counsel and the Company — Under What Circumstances Are These Communications Discoverable? GC’s Beware of the Loss of the Attorney-Client Privilege
Firm Announcements & Wins, August 5, 2021
Brach Eichler Named 2021 Healthcare Litigation Department of the Year by New Jersey Law Journal
B|E in the News, July 28, 2021
Managing Member John D. Fanburg and Member Charles X. Gormally Named to NJBIZ’ 2021 Law Power 50 List
Alerts, July 15, 2021
Litigation Alert: Combatting Material Escalation with the Implementation of Contract Escalator Clauses
Alerts, June 14, 2021
Litigation Alert: Superior Court Confirms Viability Of Restaurant’s Claims To Be Excused From Lease Obligations Due To COVID-19 Restrictions
B|E in the News, May 18, 2021
Members Alan Hammer and Charles Gormally Critique How NJ’s Coronavirus Eviction Moratorium Has Hammered Landlords in NJ.com
Articles, April 12, 2021
Litigation Co-Chair Rose Suriano and Michael Ansell Pen a New Jersey Law Journal Article on the Expanding the Reach of the Consumer Fraud Act
Events, March 25, 2021
Webinar: COVID-19: The Lingering Effects of the Pandemic on Contractual Obligations
On-demand
Firm Announcements & Wins, March 23, 2021
17 Brach Eichler Members Included in 2021 New Jersey Super Lawyers
Twelve Attorneys also Named to New Jersey Rising Stars List This Year
Blogs, March 9, 2021
Changes in Manufacturing Guidelines in Mexico: How Will Your Company’s Operations be Affected?
Alerts, March 1, 2021
Litigation Alert: COVID-19 A Year Later: Have Our Courts Eased Contract Requirements and Contract Performance Due to the Pandemic?
Alerts, February 3, 2021
Litigation Alert: Federal Corporate Transparency Act Imposes New Reporting Requirements on Many Businesses to Combat Money Laundering and Terrorism
Alerts, January 21, 2021
Litigation Alert: The Consumer Fraud Act: Has the New Jersey Supreme Court Expanded its Reach?
Alerts, December 17, 2020
Litigation Alert: The U.S. Supreme Court Hears Oral Argument Regarding the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act
B|E in the News, December 9, 2020
Gormally’s Representation of the Montclair Property Owners Association Covered in Local Publication
B|E in the News, October 22, 2020
Soranno and Sabin in the Fight Against Police Transparency Directives
Alerts, October 8, 2020
Litigation Alert: Lien Claims in Construction Projects Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic—Are They Valid When a Bankruptcy is Filed?
B|E in the News, September 21, 2020
Soranno Speaks Out Against Publicly Identifying Disciplined Police Officers
Firm Announcements & Wins, August 20, 2020
Seventeen Brach Eichler Attorneys Included in The Best Lawyers in America© 2021
Alerts, August 11, 2020
Litigation Alert: The Computer Fraud and Abuse Act: Does it Protect Against the Improper Use of Electronically Stored Information?
Alerts, August 6, 2020
Litigation Alert: COVID-19 and Force Majeure Provisions: The Lingering Effects of a Pandemic on Contractual Obligations
B|E in the News, July 2, 2020
Gormally Comments in NJBIZ About Repeal of Union City’s Eviction Moratorium
B|E in the News, June 8, 2020
Decision Paves Way for Equal Pay for Equal Work on Port Authority Construction Projects
Alerts, May 19, 2020
Litigation Alert: Issues to Consider If Your Construction Project Has Been Suspended or Delayed as a Result of COVID-19
Alerts, May 12, 2020
Manufacturing/Supply Chain Alert: The New Safety Protocols for Companies in the Supply Chain Industry: How Will You Handle the New and Unexpected Costs?
Alerts, April 30, 2020
Litigation Alert: New Safety Protocols for Construction Projects: How Will This Affect Your Costs?
Events, April 29, 2020
Charles Gormally – Moving to the New Normal in New Jersey Business & Real Estate
CAPRE Webinar
B|E in the News, April 27, 2020
Suriano in Engineering News-Record on NJ Shutting Down Non-Essential Construction
Alerts, April 16, 2020
Litigation Alert: Governor Murphy Orders “Emergency Grace Period” for Insurance Premiums
Articles, April 13, 2020
Compelling Arbitration: Recent Rulings and Issues to Consider
By Rose A. Suriano & Robyn K. Lym
Alerts, April 10, 2020
Litigation/Environmental and Land Use Alert: Governor Murphy Signs Executive Order No. 122, Closing Down “Non-Essential” Construction Projects in New Jersey
Alerts, March 16, 2020
Litigation Alert: COVID-19 and an Interruption to Your Business Operations Due to Mandated Shutdowns: Is Your Business Protected?
Firm Announcements & Wins, March 13, 2020
17 Brach Eichler Members Included in 2020 New Jersey Super Lawyers
Blogs, March 11, 2020
Is COVID-19 or a Declaration of a State of Emergency, a Force Majeure Event? It Depends on Your Contract
Blogs, February 10, 2020
New Jersey Supreme Court Redefines Requirements for Consumer Protection Claims Brought Under TCCWNA
Events, January 15, 2020
Carol Grelecki and Bob Kasolas – Regulatory Update and Pitfalls of Social Media for Healthcare Providers
New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers' Quarterly Meeting
Articles, January 8, 2020
Suriano and Lym in Industrial Supply Magazine on the Benefits of Escalator Clauses
B|E in the News, November 26, 2019
Litigation Associate Autumn McCourt Secures Significant Victory for Contractor
Firm Announcements & Wins, October 23, 2019
Brach Eichler Names Keith J. Roberts and Rose Suriano Co-Chairs of Litigation Practice
Articles, October 22, 2019
Suriano and Lym Author Article on Tariff Readiness in IndustryWeek
By Rose A. Suriano & Robyn K. Lym
B|E in the News, October 21, 2019
Roberts and Carroll Achieve Important Win On Behalf of Physician in Insurance Dispute
B|E in the News, September 30, 2019
Suriano in ROI-NJ on the Effect of Tariffs on Manufacturing Contracts
Alerts, September 12, 2019
Appellate Decision Renders Certain Restrictive Covenants Enforceable and Requiring Blue-Penciling
B|E in the News, August 26, 2019
Litigation Practice Obtains Significant Arbitration Award For Real Estate Client
Firm Announcements & Wins, August 15, 2019
Fifteen Brach Eichler Attorneys Included in The Best Lawyers in America© 2020
Firm Announcements & Wins, July 25, 2019
Hudson Regional Hospital Connects Spinal Surgeons with Keith J. Roberts of Brach Eichler LLC to Review Current Regulatory Protocol for Treating Automobile Accident Patients
Articles, May 23, 2019
Brach Eichler Adds Six New Attorneys, Boosting Litigation, Healthcare, Corporate, and PI Practices
Firm Announcements & Wins, May 13, 2019
Brach Eichler Continues Growth Trend, Adds Six New Attorneys
Firm Announcements & Wins, March 12, 2019
16 Brach Eichler Members Included in 2019 New Jersey Super Lawyers
Articles, November 19, 2018
Brach Eichler Lawyer Is Often Lone Woman In Court On Business Litigation Cases… But It’s Not First Time As Pioneer
ROI-NJ, (quoted in)
Articles, September 26, 2018
The Defend Trade Secrets Act: Will It Replace the Diminishing Restrictive Covenant?
Corporate Counsel Business Journal, (co-author)
Articles, September 6, 2018
Avoid Personal Liability to Creditors of Your Corporation or Limited Liability Company
Small Business Today Magazine
B|E in the News, June 28, 2018
Brach Eichler Wins Liability Verdict, Achieves $5.8M Settlement on Behalf of Injured Client
Articles, May 8, 2018
$625,000 Accord Ends Suit Over Ex-Prosecutor’s Order for Psych Test of Employee
New Jersey Law Journal (quoted in)
Articles, May 1, 2018
County Pays $625K to Settle Claim Prosecutor Abused Power, Had Worker Committed
NJ.com (quoted in)
Articles, April 16, 2018
The Company Prenup: Three Reasons Why an Operating Agreement Is Essential for Your Business
Events, February 26, 2018
Employee Theft and Its Impact on Confidential and Proprietary Information
Material Handling Society of NJ
Articles, February 21, 2018
Bergen County Reaches $1M Settlement in Case Linking Firings to Politics
New Jersey Law Journal (quoted in)
