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Diversity and Inclusion Committee Host CLE On Women’s Legal Rights

On September 24, 2026, firm attorneys Giovanna Carlino and Kenneth Chiarella, presented a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) session titled ”Women’s Legal Rights from the Age of Helen of Troy to Hilary Duff: A Story of Ebbs and Flows Throughout History.” The CLE was hosted by the firm’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee.

During the presentation, Ms. Carlino and Mr. Chiarella provided a broad historical overview of the evolution of women’s legal rights across different societies and legal systems, including Ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome, and the United States. Additionally, they spoke on the significant laws, regulations, and court decisions that restricted, expanded, or otherwise shaped the nature and scope of women’s legal rights within each political system.

Ms. Carlino is an associate in the firm’s Workers’ Compensation Department.  She earned her J.D. from Boston College Law School and her B.A. in Political Science and English from the College of the Holy Cross. She is admitted to practice law in New Jersey.

Mr. Chiarella is a shareholder in the firm’s Workers’ Compensation Department. He earned his J.D. from New York Law School and his B.A. in Political Science from Rutgers University. Upon law school graduation, Mr. Chiarella worked as a law clerk for the Honorable Craig L. Corson, J.S.C. He is admitted to practice law in New Jersey and New York.

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Jennifer Cottell Presents at NJPRIMA’s Fall Seminar

Capehart Scatchard Shareholder, Jennifer A. Cottell, Esq., spoke on September 10, 2026, at the New Jersey Public Risk Management Association’s (NJPRIMA) Fall Educational Seminar. The event was held at the Holiday Inn in East Windsor, New Jersey.

During her presentation on recent developments in New Jersey workers’ compensation law, Ms. Cottell provided an overview of key provisions of the New Jersey First Responder Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Protection Act. She also discussed a recent Appellate Division decision addressing financial penalties imposed on an employer for the late payment of a settlement order, as well as a Supreme Court decision concerning the rebuttable presumption applicable to an employee’s estimated claim for lost wages. Ms. Cottell concluded her presentation by offering practical tips for avoiding the assessment of counsel fees.

A member of the firm’s Workers’ Compensation Department, Ms. Cottell focuses her practice in the representation of employers, self-insured companies, and insurance carriers in workers’ compensation defense matters. She earned her J.D. from Albany Law School of Union University and her B.S., cum laude, from Rutgers University.  She is admitted to practice in New Jersey.

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Capehart Scatchard Attorneys Selected For Inclusion in Best Lawyers In America® Lists

Capehart Scatchard is pleased to announce that three of its attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Additionally, two up-and-coming attorneys were named to the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America list.

The five Capehart Scatchard attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers are:

Carla P. Aldarelli – Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers

John H. Geaney – Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers

Anne Hammill-Pasqua – Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers

Maura Burk – Ones to Watch – Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers

Alexis M. Rose – Ones to Watch – Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers

Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers in America has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. The Best Lawyers list is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey in which leading attorneys cast votes on the legal abilities of other lawyers in their practice areas.  A description of the selection methodology can be viewed here.

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Professional head shots of attorneys Carla P. Aldarelli, John Geaney, Anne Hammill-Pasqua, Maura Burk, and Alexis Rose

Capehart Scatchard Supports Kids’ Chance of New Jersey at Annual Scholarship Gala

Attorneys and staff from Capehart Scatchard’s Workers’ Compensation Department participated in the Twelfth Annual Fundraising Gala and Auction for Kids’ Chance of New Jersey (“KCNJ”). The event was held on July 23, 2026, at the Hilton in East Brunswick, N.J.

Kids’ Chance of New Jersey is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing scholarships for college and vocational education to the children of workers who have been fatally or catastrophically injured in workplace accidents. The loss or permanent disability of a parent often creates significant financial hardship, placing higher education out of reach for many deserving students. KCNJ helps ensure those young people have the opportunity to pursue their educational goals.

John Geaney, Co-Chair of the Workers’ Compensation Department, serves as a member of KCNJ’s Board of Directors. Marketing Department Co-Directors, Carol Wright and Beth Hopkins, serve as members of the Active Founder Board and Advisory Board, respectively.

A highlight of the evening was the presentation of scholarships to 27 students whose parents have experienced life-altering work-related injuries or fatalities.  Capehart Scatchard was honored to co-sponsor the scholarship awarded to Benjamin Moskovitz, a fourth-year student at the University of Delaware. Benjamin’s father was permanently disabled due to a severe back injury sustained on the job.

Capehart Scatchard remains committed to supporting the education and future of children affected by workplace accidents and is proud to contribute to the mission of Kids’ Chance of New Jersey.

PHOTO L to R: Workers’ Compensation Department attorneys John Geaney, Alexis Rose, Jaclyn Terranova, Nicholas Dibble, and Brian Berkoff

Capehart Scatchard Hosts Rutgers Law Minority Student Program

Rutgers Law School Assistant Dean of MSP Rhasheda Douglas, Capehart Scatchard attorneys, Capehart Scatchard's 2026 summer law clerks, and the MSP law students posing for a group picture in front of large window showing trees

Capehart Scatchard welcomed students participating in Rutgers Law School’s Minority Student Program (MSP) to its Mount Laurel office on July 17, 2026, for a breakfast and panel discussion focused on careers in private practice.

The Minority Student Program is a nationally recognized post-admission program that supports law students of any race or ethnicity who are members of groups underrepresented in the legal profession and who have experienced discrimination or overcome social or economic hardships.

The panel featured Capehart Scatchard attorneys Ana Bauersachs, Kenneth Chiarella, Jacob Davis, Alexandra Escobedo, and Jaclyn Terranova, along with summer law clerks Glory Delgado and Jamada Garner.

Panelists shared their personal career journeys, discussing their experiences in law school, judicial clerkships and private practice, while offering students practical insights into life at a law firm.

Also in attendance was Rhasheda Douglas, Assistant Dean of MSP. The event was organized by Capehart Scatchard’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee, led by Ms. Bauersachs, as part of the firm’s ongoing commitment to supporting diversity in the legal profession.

Shareholder Claire Ringel Retires

Capehart Scatchard announces the retirement of Claire Y. Ringel, celebrating 35 years of outstanding service and a distinguished career dedicated to serving the firm’s clients.

Following her graduation from Rutgers School of Law in Camden, Ms. Ringel served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Judge Charles A. Little in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Camden County. She joined Capehart Scatchard in 1991 and spent more than three decades establishing herself as a respected attorney and valued member of the firm.

A shareholder in the firm’s Workers’ Compensation Department, Ms. Ringel is a Certified Workers’ Compensation Attorney whose practice focused on representing employers, self-insured companies, and insurance carriers in workers’ compensation defense matters.

Ms. Ringel has been a trusted mentor to new associates and she has shaped the careers of many attorneys within the firm. Beyond her legal practice, she was a steadfast supporter of the firm’s charitable initiatives and was always among the first to volunteer her time and talents.

Firm Attorneys Hit The Links For A Worthy Cause

Attorneys from Capehart Scatchard’s Workers’ Compensation Department recently participated in the 5th Annual Kids’ Chance of New Jersey Golf Outing, held on June 22, 2026, at Scotland Run Golf Club in Williamstown, New Jersey.

The annual fundraising event brought together members of the workers’ compensation community to support Kids’ Chance of New Jersey, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing scholarships for college and vocational education to the children of New Jersey workers who have been fatally or catastrophically injured in a work-related accident.

Photo (left to right):Walker Chapman, Corporate Safety Director, Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates; Alexis Rose; Nicholas Stephens; Brian Berkoff; and Dillon DiGuglielmo

Capehart Scatchard Supports Oaks Integrated Care’s Rooted In Community Fundraiser

Several attorneys from the firm recently attended the 6th annual Rooted in Community fundraiser and awards reception benefiting Oaks Integrated Care. The firm proudly served as a Gold Sponsor of the event, which was held on June 4, 2026, at Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton, NJ.

Oaks Integrated Care is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for children, adults, and families throughout New Jersey who are living with a mental illness, addiction, or developmental disabilities. The annual Rooted in Community event celebrates local heroes in the community who demonstrate outstanding commitment to supporting their neighbors and serving the greater good.

Capehart Scatchard is honored to support Oaks Integrated Care and its mission to strengthen communities and provide critical services to those in need across New Jersey.

PHOTO L to R: Laura Danks, Reece McGovern, Jason Sikoryak, and Alexis Rose

Kenneth Chiarella Selected As A Fellow Of The National Filipino American Lawyers Association Leadership Academy

A professional headshot of Attorney Kenneth Chiarella in a Black suit jacket, white shirt and black and blue tie.

Capehart Scatchard is pleased to announce that Kenneth Chiarella, a shareholder in the firm’s Workers’ Compensation Department, has been selected as a Fellow in the 2026–2027 Leadership Academy class of the National Filipino American Lawyers Association (NFALA).

NFALA’s Leadership Academy is designed to cultivate leadership skills among Filipino American attorneys by helping participants develop their individual leadership styles while promoting career advancement and community service.

Mr. Chiarella is one of only 10 attorneys selected nationwide for the 2026–2027 class. The Fellows convened on May 22 and 23 at the NFALA Midyear Summit, held at the offices of McDermott Will & Schulte in Chicago.

Mr. Chiarella concentrates his practice in the representation of employers, self-insured companies, and insurance carriers in workers’ compensation defense matters. He earned his J.D. from New York Law School and his B.A. in Political Science from Rutgers University. Upon law school graduation, Mr. Chiarella worked as a law clerk for the Honorable Craig L. Corson, J.S.C. He is admitted to practice law in New Jersey and New York.

Capehart Scatchard Welcomes Anthony Valenti As Litigation Department Shareholder

Capehart Scatchard is pleased to announce that Anthony Valenti has joined the firm’s Litigation Department as a shareholder in its Mount Laurel office.

Mr. Valenti brings more than 30 years of legal experience to the firm. His practice focuses on general litigation, commercial litigation, construction law and litigation, and labor and employment law. He also has significant experience representing municipal governing bodies and land use boards, where he provided legal counsel and handled a wide range of litigation matters on behalf of the entities.

Mr. Valenti earned his Juris Doctor from Widener University School of Law in Wilmington, Delaware, and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Management from La Salle University.

He is admitted to practice law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

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